Fujifilm XF 8mm f/3.5 R WR vs Samyang AF 12mm f/2 X
Both are Fujifilm X mount primes for wide-angle and astrophotography — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Fujifilm XF 8mm f/3.5 R WR | Samyang AF 12mm f/2 X |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 8mm | 12mm |
| Max aperture | f/3.5 | f/2 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | APS-C | APS-C |
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Fujifilm X |
Which should you buy?
- the Samyang AF 12mm f/2 X opens wider (f/2) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Fujifilm XF 8mm f/3.5 R WR (8mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Samyang AF 12mm f/2 X (12mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
- the Fujifilm XF 8mm f/3.5 R WR is first-party (Fujifilm) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the Samyang AF 12mm f/2 X is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Fujifilm XF 8mm f/3.5 R WRSee price on Amazon
Samyang AF 12mm f/2 XSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Fujifilm XF 8mm f/3.5 R WR and the Samyang AF 12mm f/2 X?
The Fujifilm XF 8mm f/3.5 R WR is 8mm f/3.5 prime, APS-C; the Samyang AF 12mm f/2 X is 12mm f/2 prime, APS-C. Both fit the Fujifilm X mount.
Which is better in low light, the Fujifilm XF 8mm f/3.5 R WR or the Samyang AF 12mm f/2 X?
The Samyang AF 12mm f/2 X — its f/2 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/3.5 of the other.
Do the Fujifilm XF 8mm f/3.5 R WR and Samyang AF 12mm f/2 X 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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