Product Comparison: Samyang 12mm F2.0 NCS CS vs Fujifilm FUJINON XF 16mm F1.4 R WR


Samyang 12mm F2.0 NCS CS Camera Lens
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Fujifilm FUJINON XF 16mm F1.4 R WR Camera Lens
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General Specifications
Brand
Samyang
Fujifilm
Model
12mm F2.0 NCS CS
FUJINON XF 16mm F1.4 R WR
Origin
Japan
Japan
About the Product
The Samyang 12mm f2.0 NCS CS super wide lens fills a gap in lenses for APS-C mirrorless cameras. This lens has been designed to perform stunningly with high resolution sensors. As with other Samyang lenses, the 12mm provides technical parameters and potential that can easily compete with the best wide-angle prime and zoom lenses available on the market.
The XF16mmF1.4 R WR is a professional wide angle prime lens. The bright maximum aperture of F1.4 and the ability to focus as close as 15cm means this lens can create a beautiful bokeh and a unique perspective. This lens redefines your expectations of what a wide prime lens can do.
Key Specs
Mount Type
Fujifilm X
Fujifilm X
Maximum Aperture
2 /f
1.4 /f
Minimum Focal Length
12 millimeters
16 millimeters
Maximum Focal Length
12 millimeters
16 millimeters
Lens Type
Fixed
Fixed
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Samyang 12mm F2.0 NCS CS Camera Lens
  • The FOV and f/2 aperture is perfect for wide field astro.
  • Excellent optical quality with very low distortion and chromatic aberration.
  • Nice clicky aperture ring, and the depth of field is so great.
  • The aperture of f2 makes this lens ideal for low light and astronomers photography.
  • The focal length itself is great and fun to use in many situations.
Fujifilm FUJINON XF 16mm F1.4 R WR Camera Lens
  • This lens is absolutely amazing. Great aperture.
  • The best part is the 1.4 aperture and the close focus distance.
  • The 1.4 aperture and close focusing ability offer a great package for an initial lens choice.
  • Focus with the 1.4 aperture offers a quick focusing in low lighting situations.
  • The focal length is very useful and the wide aperture makes it even more useful.
Size & Weight
Height
2.85 in.
2.88 in.
Width
2.85 in.
2.88 in.
Depth
2.33 in.
2.87 in.
Weight
9.17 oz.
13.22 oz.
What customers say about "Size & Weight"
Samyang 12mm F2.0 NCS CS Camera Lens
  • The lens feels solidly made and fairly lightweight and compact.
  • The lens is compact and feels solid.
  • Excellent construction quality, good optical quality, very bright, very handy and compact.
  • Small and lightweight. Great lens.
  • Great lens for landscape use on a tripod. Lightweight and excellent quality.
Fujifilm FUJINON XF 16mm F1.4 R WR Camera Lens
  • Distortion is well countered. Weight is good.
  • It is a very light lens.
  • The weight is perfectly matched to the X-T1.
  • Great size and easy to take with you.
  • Weight and size are perfectly balanced.
Imaging
Minimum Focus Distance
7.87 in.
5.91 in.
Field Of View
98.9°
83.2°
Zoom Type
Manual
Manual
Focus
Manual Focus
Auto Focus, Manual Focus
Optical Stabilization
No
No
What customers say about "Imaging"
Samyang 12mm F2.0 NCS CS Camera Lens
  • Fantastic little lens. Manual focus is great.
  • Manual focus not an issue. The sharpness and colour is sublime.
  • Manual focus very easy with focus peaking!
  • Smooth and well weighted focus and aperture rings.
  • The construction is really solid with amazing focus.
Fujifilm FUJINON XF 16mm F1.4 R WR Camera Lens
  • A very nicely balanced lens, sharp, quick to focus.
  • The autofocus is fast and quiet.
  • The focus is quick and nearly silent.
  • It is a very versatile lens with a surprising minimum focus distance.
  • The manual focus clutch is reassuringly smooth and accurate.
Features
Brand Compatibility
Fujifilm
Fujifilm
Sensor Type Compatibility
DX-format
DX-format
Lens Groups and Elements
12 Elements in 10 Groups
13 Elements in 11 Groups
Number of Aperture Blades
6
9
Filter Diameter
67 millimeters
67 millimeters
Extras
Aspherical Lens, Nano Coating System, Smooth Focus Ring
HT-EBC coating, Nano GI Coating, Weatherproof
What customers say about "Features"
Samyang 12mm F2.0 NCS CS Camera Lens
  • The aperture ring is solid and firmly clicks to each F stop.
  • Aperture is set with a nicely sturdy ring and focus is smooth and solid.
  • A truly great product, excellent build quality.
  • Good quality lens with excellent build. Very easy to use on the X Series cameras giving good quality images.
  • Great for Landscape and Architecture. Solid build.
Fujifilm FUJINON XF 16mm F1.4 R WR Camera Lens
  • Stunning image quality and incredible build quality.
  • The focus ring and aperture dial feels well dampened and secure.
  • The lens has an all metal construction which makes it very durable.
  • The image quality is top notch as I expected.
  • The build quality of this lens is superb.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
CE
CE
Other Information
Manufacturer
Link
Link
Manual
Download
Download

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