Fujifilm XC 35mm f/2 vs TTArtisan AF 23mm f/1.8 X
Both are Fujifilm X mount primes for budget — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Fujifilm XC 35mm f/2 | TTArtisan AF 23mm f/1.8 X |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 35mm | 23mm |
| Max aperture | f/2 | f/1.8 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | APS-C | APS-C |
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Fujifilm X |
Which should you buy?
- the TTArtisan AF 23mm f/1.8 X opens wider (f/1.8) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the TTArtisan AF 23mm f/1.8 X (23mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Fujifilm XC 35mm f/2 (35mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
- the Fujifilm XC 35mm f/2 is first-party (Fujifilm) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the TTArtisan AF 23mm f/1.8 X is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Fujifilm XC 35mm f/2See price on Amazon
TTArtisan AF 23mm f/1.8 XSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Fujifilm XC 35mm f/2 and the TTArtisan AF 23mm f/1.8 X?
The Fujifilm XC 35mm f/2 is 35mm f/2 prime, APS-C; the TTArtisan AF 23mm f/1.8 X is 23mm f/1.8 prime, APS-C. Both fit the Fujifilm X mount.
Which is better in low light, the Fujifilm XC 35mm f/2 or the TTArtisan AF 23mm f/1.8 X?
The TTArtisan AF 23mm f/1.8 X — its f/1.8 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/2 of the other.
Do the Fujifilm XC 35mm f/2 and TTArtisan AF 23mm f/1.8 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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