Brightin Star Fit for Fujifilm XF-mount 8mm
Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC
What Buyers Say
Brightin Star Fit for Fujifilm XF-mount 8mm
This budget fisheye lens is a hit with hobbyists who love its wide field of view and solid metal build, though it requires manual focus and struggles in low light. Most users find it excellent value for under $60, praising center sharpness and fun factor, but note the flimsy metal lens cap and edge softness. A few verified buyers reported compatibility issues or returned units, but the overwhelming sentiment is positive for the price.
Pros
- Excellent center sharpness
- Solid all-metal construction
- Great value for under $60
- Very wide 172° field of view
- Fun and creative photography
Cons
- Flimsy metal lens cap slips off
- Edge softness and corner blur
- Poor low-light performance
- Requires manual focus
- Compatibility issues with some mounts
Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC
The Sigma 17-40mm f/1.8 DC DN Art lens is overwhelmingly praised for its exceptional image quality, fast constant aperture, and compact internal zoom design. Users highlight its sharpness, lightweight build, and excellent autofocus performance, especially on crop-sensor mirrorless cameras like the Canon R7 and Fujifilm bodies. A few questions about compatibility with specific cameras and features like weather sealing and aperture ring are noted, but the overall sentiment is extremely positive.
Pros
- Exceptional image quality
- Fast constant f/1.8 aperture
- Compact internal zoom design
- Lightweight build
- Sharp and bright photos
Cons
- No weather sealing mentioned
- No manual aperture ring on some mounts
- Compatibility questions with full-frame cameras
- Expensive for some buyers
Scores
Specifications
| Brightin Star Fit for Fujifilm XF-mount 8mm | Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | fisheye | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 8 mm | 17 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 8 mm | 40 mm |
| Elements | 11 | 17 |
| Groups | 9 | 11 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 4★ |
| ED Elements | 2 | 4★ |
| Coating | — | Super Multi-Layer Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/1.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.8 |
| Constant | — | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 5 | 11★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Fujifilm X |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.26 kg★ | 0.54 kg |
| Filter Thread | — | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 150 mm★ | 280 mm |
| Max Magnification | — | 1:4.8★ |
Pros & Cons
Brightin Star Fit for Fujifilm XF-mount 8mm
- Strong macro (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong stabilization (79th percentile)
- Strong build (72nd percentile)
- Below average bokeh (9th percentile)9th %ile
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC
- Strong user sentiment (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong bokeh (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong optical (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong aperture (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Pricing
Brightin Star Fit for Fujifilm XF-mount 8mm offers 4.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 21 specs.
