Fujifilm XF 23mm f/1.4 R LM WR vs Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 Air
Both are Fujifilm X mount primes for street and everyday — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Fujifilm XF 23mm f/1.4 R LM WR | Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 Air |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 23mm | 35mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.7 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | APS-C | APS-C |
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Fujifilm X |
Which should you buy?
- the Fujifilm XF 23mm f/1.4 R LM WR opens wider (f/1.4) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Fujifilm XF 23mm f/1.4 R LM WR (23mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 Air (35mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
- the Fujifilm XF 23mm f/1.4 R LM WR is first-party (Fujifilm) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 Air is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Fujifilm XF 23mm f/1.4 R LM WRSee price on Amazon
Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 AirSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Fujifilm XF 23mm f/1.4 R LM WR and the Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 Air?
The Fujifilm XF 23mm f/1.4 R LM WR is 23mm f/1.4 prime, APS-C; the Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 Air is 35mm f/1.7 prime, APS-C. Both fit the Fujifilm X mount.
Which is better in low light, the Fujifilm XF 23mm f/1.4 R LM WR or the Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 Air?
The Fujifilm XF 23mm f/1.4 R LM WR — its f/1.4 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/1.7 of the other.
Do the Fujifilm XF 23mm f/1.4 R LM WR and Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 Air 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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