Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS
Sigma
99 Overall Score
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Fujifilm XF 35mm f/2 R WR 35mm
Fujifilm
76 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS
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Fujifilm XF 35mm f/2 R WR 35mm
92 out of 100 high confidence 30 reviews
The Fujifilm XF 35mm f/2 R WR lens is widely praised for its compact size, lightweight build, and excellent image quality. Users highlight its fast and silent autofocus, weather sealing, and versatility for street, portrait, and travel photography. While some note it is not a macro lens and lacks the extreme bokeh of the f/1.4 version, most agree it offers outstanding value as a standard prime.
Pros
- Compact and lightweight design
- Fast and silent autofocus
- Excellent image sharpness
- Weather sealing
- Versatile for street, portrait, and travel
Cons
- Not a macro lens
- Less bokeh than f/1.4 version
- No zoom capability
- Tapered design may look odd
Image quality 10
Build quality 8
Autofocus performance 6
Portability 9
Value for money 5
Weather sealing 4
Scores
Landscape
Budget
Macro
Travel
Portrait
Video Cinema
Wildlife Sports
Professional
Street
Specifications
| Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS | Fujifilm XF 35mm f/2 R WR 35mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 16 mm | 35 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 300 mm | 35 mm |
| Elements | 20 | 9 |
| Groups | 14 | 6 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4★ | 2 |
| ED Elements | 5★ | 2 |
| Coating | water- and oil-repellent coating | Nano-GI coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-6.7 | f/2 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Fujifilm X |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.61 kg | 0.17 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 43 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | HLA | stepping motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 6 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 170 mm★ | 350 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:2 | 1:7 |
Pros & Cons
Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS
- Strong versatility (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong stabilization (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong optical (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong bokeh (88th percentile)88th %ile
Fujifilm XF 35mm f/2 R WR 35mm
- Strong social proof (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong build (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Pricing
Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS0.165score per dollar
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Fujifilm XF 35mm f/2 R WR 35mm0.217score per dollar
Fujifilm XF 35mm f/2 R WR 35mm offers 1.3x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS
Scores 99 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 22 specs.
