Fujifilm XF 18mm f/1.4 R LM WR vs Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary
Both are Fujifilm X mount primes for wide-angle and street — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Fujifilm XF 18mm f/1.4 R LM WR | Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 18mm | 16mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.4 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | APS-C | APS-C |
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Fujifilm X |
Which should you buy?
- the Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary (16mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Fujifilm XF 18mm f/1.4 R LM WR (18mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
- the Fujifilm XF 18mm f/1.4 R LM WR is first-party (Fujifilm) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Check the Fujifilm XF 18mm f/1.4 R LM WR price on Amazon →
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FAQ
What's the difference between the Fujifilm XF 18mm f/1.4 R LM WR and the Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary?
The Fujifilm XF 18mm f/1.4 R LM WR is 18mm f/1.4 prime, APS-C; the Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary is 16mm f/1.4 prime, APS-C. Both fit the Fujifilm X mount.
Do the Fujifilm XF 18mm f/1.4 R LM WR and Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Fujifilm X mount lenses, so they fit Fujifilm X-T/X-H/X-Pro/X-E/X-S series (APS-C).
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