XF 16-55 or Sigma 18-35 + Fringer EF-FX Pro II

Hi,

I'm interested in getting either the fuji 16-55 or the 18-35 + finger EF-FX Pro. As far as I know I can get a used 18-35 + finger for a tad cheaper than a new 16-55. Now the thing is I'm also thinking about getting a 16 f/1.4, so I'm wondering about the redundancy with the 16-55. Also the additional 20 mm on the fuji are not that big of a plus for me, since I've got the 35mm+ focal lengths already covered with primes.

So my question is aimed towards anyone who has had the chance to test these lenses in this setup.

Thanks.

yayatosorus wrote:

Hi,

I'm interested in getting either the fuji 16-55 or the 18-35 + finger EF-FX Pro. As far as I know I can get a used 18-35 + finger for a tad cheaper than a new 16-55. Now the thing is I'm also thinking about getting a 16 f/1.4, so I'm wondering about the redundancy with the 16-55. Also the additional 20 mm on the fuji are not that big of a plus for me, since I've got the 35mm+ focal lengths already covered with primes.

So my question is aimed towards anyone who has had the chance to test these lenses in this setup.

Thanks.

I own and use both the 16-55 & the 16/1.4. With the 16-55/2.8 and the 16/1.4 you have two of the finest lenses available for Fuji X-cameras, and with either of them you will get better performance than with your proposed adapted 18-35.

As far as FL redundancy due to the overlap with the 16/1.4 & the 16-55/2.8, the 16/1.4 has several qualities which differentiate it from the 16-55. Those include close focus capability, and the f/1.4 glass. That said, the 16-55 is truly a bag of f/2.8 primes, and matched with your X-H1 you will be hard pressed to find better lenses.

To my mind, using an adapted lens when either of those Fuji lenses is available is unthinkable.

I am VERY much interested in the responses/experiences here between these two ideas. I already own the fantastic Fringer Pro II, and have contemplated picking up the 18-35mm (I also don't care that much about the extra reach even though it's nice). I also like being able to have a lens that I can use on other systems if I so wish (Canon and Nikon Z50 are other branches that can be explored using the Sigma 18-35mm) so there is merit in that as well.

I haven't tried the Fujifilm 16-55mm yet, but from every report I've ever heard it's fantastic, the same of course goes for the Sigma. I am however trying the Sigma 50mm f/1.4 ART this weekend on my X-H1 (maybe the X-T1 and X-T2 as well if I don't sell the X-T2 by the weekend) and comparing it to the 56mm f/1.2 magic lens. At least I'm hoping to get a good test in between the two anyway haha.

I did forego the Fujifilm 10-24mm lens and instead picked up the Canon 10-18mm STM lens for my ultrawide stuff and I'm extremely pleased with it. It's super light, super sharp, super quick, and super cheap! I love Fujifilm glass (heck I love all glass haha), but I don't mind using adapted glass one bit if it makes sense.

I use Fringer Pro II + EFS 17-55 F2.8 and I'm happy with performance and I think it's a better combination than 16-55 considering the 17-55 having OIS.

Thanks for your imput, much appreciated. The 16-55 from, what I've heard a gem so it definitely is on my mind. The thing is I'm also doing quite a bit of video, and I've read reports of the 18-35 being parfocal when paired with the right adaptor (of course extensive esting would have to be done) + there is the faster aperture. I think I'll be getting the 16 f/1.4 either way, but I have to admit that having that 16mm focal length on the 16-55 is also very tempting, since it is my preferred focal length.

There also a thin possibility that among the 3 yet to be announced fuji lenses is an ultra fast aperture zoom.

Does anyone think it’s time for a 16-55 2.8 refresh?  Maybe this time around it will have OIS. Your thoughts.

Funilly enough this thing just popped up. Nonetheless I believe it was just a mishap from the presenter.

https://www.fujirumors.com/wait-what-the-slated-lens-tests-fujifilm-x-t4-on-a-newer-version-of-the-fujinon-xf-16-55mm-f-2-8-is-a-mark-ii-version-coming/

D_Gunman wrote:

I use Fringer Pro II + EFS 17-55 F2.8 and I'm happy with performance and I think it's a better combination than 16-55 considering the 17-55 having OIS.

I forgot to say that I also used this lens as well with my X-T2. It worked pretty well for me though it's not as fast as the little 18-55mm Fujifilm. If you get one then make sure you get one without zoom creep haha, it can be helped but it's no less annoying. 😂

This didn't feel too big nor heavy on my X-T2 with L bracket grip, and felt pretty decent to me. (I also love DSLR's still and have no problem with using them any day)