Fujifilm XF 33mm f/1.4 R LM WR vs Viltrox AF 27mm f/1.2 PRO
Both are Fujifilm X mount primes for standard prime and low-light — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Fujifilm XF 33mm f/1.4 R LM WR | Viltrox AF 27mm f/1.2 PRO |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 33mm | 27mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.2 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | APS-C | APS-C |
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Fujifilm X |
Which should you buy?
- the Viltrox AF 27mm f/1.2 PRO opens wider (f/1.2) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Viltrox AF 27mm f/1.2 PRO (27mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Fujifilm XF 33mm f/1.4 R LM WR (33mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
- the Fujifilm XF 33mm f/1.4 R LM WR is first-party (Fujifilm) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the Viltrox AF 27mm f/1.2 PRO is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Check the Fujifilm XF 33mm f/1.4 R LM WR price on Amazon →
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FAQ
What's the difference between the Fujifilm XF 33mm f/1.4 R LM WR and the Viltrox AF 27mm f/1.2 PRO?
The Fujifilm XF 33mm f/1.4 R LM WR is 33mm f/1.4 prime, APS-C; the Viltrox AF 27mm f/1.2 PRO is 27mm f/1.2 prime, APS-C. Both fit the Fujifilm X mount.
Which is better in low light, the Fujifilm XF 33mm f/1.4 R LM WR or the Viltrox AF 27mm f/1.2 PRO?
The Viltrox AF 27mm f/1.2 PRO — its f/1.2 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/1.4 of the other.
Do the Fujifilm XF 33mm f/1.4 R LM WR and Viltrox AF 27mm f/1.2 PRO 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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