Street, Documentary & Everyday Photography — XF 35mm f/1.4 R (2012): The original XF legend — still the finest 35mm lens for Fujifilm shooters who prioritise rendering and character over autofocus speed.
Beginner, Family, Travel — A6100 (2019): Best autofocus in its class for the price.
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A6100 (2019)
Quick take: The xf 35mm f/1.4 r is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | XF 35mm f/1.4 R (2012) | A6100 (2019) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £399 | £549 |
| Sensor | f/1.4 (max aperture) | APS-C Exmor CMOS |
| Resolution | — | 24.2MP |
| Video | 28cm minimum focus distance | 4K 30fps |
| Autofocus | DC coreless motor — not the fastest, but accurate; can be audible during video | 425-point phase-detect, real-time tracking |
| Stabilisation | None (relies on body IBIS) | None |
| Burst Rate | N/A | 11fps |
| Battery Life | N/A | 420 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 187g | 396g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 65mm diameter × 45.2mm length | 119.9 × 66.9 × 59.4mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | N/A | EVF 0.39" 1.44M-dot |
| Screen | N/A | 3.0" tilting touchscreen, 921k-dot |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Sony E-Mount |
| Memory Cards | N/A | SD UHS-I / Memory Stick |
| Connectivity | N/A | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.1, Micro USB, Micro HDMI |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | XF 35mm f/1.4 R | A6100 |
|---|---|---|
| Street | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Travel | ||
| Casual | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
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