Fujifilm XF 23mm f/2 R WR vs Meike AF 25mm 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/2 R WR | Meike AF 25mm f/1.7 Air |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 23mm | 25mm |
| Max aperture | f/2 | f/1.7 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | APS-C | APS-C |
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Fujifilm X |
Which should you buy?
- the Meike AF 25mm f/1.7 Air opens wider (f/1.7) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Fujifilm XF 23mm f/2 R WR (23mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Meike AF 25mm f/1.7 Air (25mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
- the Fujifilm XF 23mm f/2 R WR is first-party (Fujifilm) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the Meike AF 25mm f/1.7 Air is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Fujifilm XF 23mm f/2 R WRSee price on Amazon
Meike AF 25mm f/1.7 AirSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Fujifilm XF 23mm f/2 R WR and the Meike AF 25mm f/1.7 Air?
The Fujifilm XF 23mm f/2 R WR is 23mm f/2 prime, APS-C; the Meike AF 25mm f/1.7 Air is 25mm f/1.7 prime, APS-C. Both fit the Fujifilm X mount.
Which is better in low light, the Fujifilm XF 23mm f/2 R WR or the Meike AF 25mm f/1.7 Air?
The Meike AF 25mm f/1.7 Air — its f/1.7 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/2 of the other.
Do the Fujifilm XF 23mm f/2 R WR and Meike AF 25mm 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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