Fujifilm XF 8mm f/3.5 R WR vs Laowa 9mm f/2.8 Zero-D
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 | Laowa 9mm f/2.8 Zero-D |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 8mm | 9mm |
| Max aperture | f/3.5 | f/2.8 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | APS-C | APS-C |
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Fujifilm X |
Which should you buy?
- the Laowa 9mm f/2.8 Zero-D opens wider (f/2.8) — 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 Laowa 9mm f/2.8 Zero-D (9mm) 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 Laowa 9mm f/2.8 Zero-D is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Fujifilm XF 8mm f/3.5 R WRSee price on Amazon
Laowa 9mm f/2.8 Zero-DSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Fujifilm XF 8mm f/3.5 R WR and the Laowa 9mm f/2.8 Zero-D?
The Fujifilm XF 8mm f/3.5 R WR is 8mm f/3.5 prime, APS-C; the Laowa 9mm f/2.8 Zero-D is 9mm f/2.8 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 Laowa 9mm f/2.8 Zero-D?
The Laowa 9mm f/2.8 Zero-D — its f/2.8 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 Laowa 9mm f/2.8 Zero-D 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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