Fujifilm XF 27mm f/2.8 R WR vs Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary
Fujifilm XF 27mm f/2.8 R WR has more in its favour on paper. The 30mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary gathers more light for low light and background blur; the XF 27mm f/2.8 R WR is lighter and cheaper. The Fujifilm lens is the mount maker's own, while the Sigma is a third-party alternative.
Choose the XF 27mm f/2.8 R WR for
- less weight (84g vs 265g)
- a lower price (about £330 vs £339)
Choose the 30mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary for
- a brighter maximum aperture (f/1.4, about 2.0 stops more light)
| XF 27mm f/2.8 R WR | 30mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Fujifilm | Sigma |
| Focal length | 27mm | 30mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.4 |
| Weight | 84 g | 265 g |
| Stabilisation | No | No |
| Weather sealing | Yes | Yes |
| Filter size | 39mm | 52mm |
| Made for | APSC | APSC |
| New price | £399 | £339 |
| Used at MPB (Fujifilm X) | £294–£369 | None listed |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Fujifilm XF 27mm f/2.8 R WR better than the Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary?
The XF 27mm f/2.8 R WR offers less weight (84g vs 265g), a lower price (about £330 vs £339); the 30mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary offers a brighter maximum aperture (f/1.4, about 2.0 stops more light).
Which is better value, the XF 27mm f/2.8 R WR or the 30mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary?
On Fujifilm X, the Fujifilm XF 27mm f/2.8 R WR costs about £330 against about £339 for the Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary (MPB used where listed, otherwise new; checked 5 November 2026).
Is f/1.4 worth it over f/2.8?
f/1.4 gathers about 2.0 stops more light, which helps indoors, at night and for background blur. If you mostly shoot in good light, the slower lens is usually lighter and cheaper.
Do both lenses fit the same cameras?
Both are available for Fujifilm X (and other mounts: Sony E / FE, Canon RF / RF-S, Nikon Z, L-Mount, Micro Four Thirds, Canon EF-M). Both are made for crop sensors.