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Understanding XC vs XF Lenses for Fujifilm X-E4

Started Jul 28, 2021 | Questions thread
RickCorbishley
RickCorbishley New Member • Posts: 15
Re: Understanding XC vs XF Lenses for Fujifilm X-E4

I bought an X-E4 as I wanted something small and light. The 18-55 is a bit too large so I bought an XC15-45. It's plastic and feels cheap. I hate that it doesn't have an aperture ring, has a powered zoom and it takes a second or two to warm up from the off. However, you get used to it after a while, sort of.  Optically though I have zero complaint. For the price it is great and it remains on the body. If I was using it for anything other than holiday snaps I would probably use the 18-55 or a small prime like the 27 or 35.

Bottom line is, if you want quality, it's XF every time. If you don't mind the compromises in use and are okay with plastic, the XC lenses are very good optically.

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