Fujifilm XF 30mm f/2.8 R LM WR Macro vs Fujifilm XC 35mm f/2
Both are Fujifilm X mount primes for everyday — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Fujifilm XF 30mm f/2.8 R LM WR Macro | Fujifilm XC 35mm f/2 |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 30mm | 35mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/2 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | APS-C | APS-C |
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Fujifilm X |
Which should you buy?
- the Fujifilm XC 35mm f/2 opens wider (f/2) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Fujifilm XF 30mm f/2.8 R LM WR Macro (30mm) 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
Where to buy
Fujifilm XF 30mm f/2.8 R LM WR MacroSee price on Amazon
Fujifilm XC 35mm f/2See price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Fujifilm XF 30mm f/2.8 R LM WR Macro and the Fujifilm XC 35mm f/2?
The Fujifilm XF 30mm f/2.8 R LM WR Macro is 30mm f/2.8 prime, APS-C; the Fujifilm XC 35mm f/2 is 35mm f/2 prime, APS-C. Both fit the Fujifilm X mount.
Which is better in low light, the Fujifilm XF 30mm f/2.8 R LM WR Macro or the Fujifilm XC 35mm f/2?
The Fujifilm XC 35mm f/2 — its f/2 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/2.8 of the other.
Do the Fujifilm XF 30mm f/2.8 R LM WR Macro and Fujifilm XC 35mm f/2 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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