Fujifilm XF 33mm f/1.4 R LM WR 33mm
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm
What Buyers Say
Fujifilm XF 33mm f/1.4 R LM WR 33mm
The Fujifilm XF 33mm f/1.4 R LM WR lens is overwhelmingly praised for its exceptional sharpness, fast and silent autofocus, and beautiful image rendering. Users highlight its solid build quality and weather sealing, making it a versatile prime for street, portrait, and night photography. A few note the larger size and weight compared to the 35mm f/2, and some find the manual focus too fast, but overall it is considered a top-tier lens worth the investment.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Fast and silent autofocus
- Beautiful image rendering and colors
- Solid build quality
- Weather sealing
Cons
- Larger and heavier than 35mm f/2
- Manual focus too fast for fine tuning
- Obstructs X-Pro optical viewfinder
- Included lens wrap offers little protection
- High price point
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm
This Nikon 18-55mm lens is widely praised for its sharpness, light weight, and excellent value for money, especially as a kit lens. Users highlight its vivid colors and quiet autofocus, though some note the plastic build feels fragile and the barrel can wobble at extended focal lengths. Overall, it's considered a fantastic starter lens that outperforms its modest price point.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Lightweight and portable
- Excellent value for money
- Vivid color reproduction
- Quiet autofocus
Cons
- Plastic build feels fragile
- Barrel wobbles at extended focal lengths
- No image stabilization
- Loose tolerances can affect focus
Scores
Specifications
| Fujifilm XF 33mm f/1.4 R LM WR 33mm | Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 33 mm | 18 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 33 mm | 55 mm |
| Elements | 15 | 7 |
| Groups | 10 | 5 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2 | 2 |
| ED Elements | 3★ | 1 |
| Coating | Multi-Coated | Super Integrated Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.4 | 3.5-5.6 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Nikon F |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.36 kg | 0.20 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 58 mm | 55 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Linear motor★ | pulse stepping motor |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 4 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 300 mm | 55 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:6.67★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Fujifilm XF 33mm f/1.4 R LM WR 33mm
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong optical (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm
- Strong macro (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong stabilization (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 22 specs.