Lens comparison · Fujifilm X · updated 5 November 2026
Fujifilm XF 16mm f/1.4 R WR vs Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary
Fujifilm XF 16mm f/1.4 R WR16mm · f/1.4 · 375gSigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary16mm · f/1.4 · 405g
Verdict
Fujifilm XF 16mm f/1.4 R WR has more in its favour on paper. The Fujifilm lens is the mount maker's own, while the Sigma is a third-party alternative.
Choose the XF 16mm f/1.4 R WR for
- less weight (375g vs 405g)
Choose the 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary for
- a lower price (about £180 vs £250)
| XF 16mm f/1.4 R WR | 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Fujifilm | Sigma |
| Focal length | 16mm | 16mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.4 |
| Weight | 375 g | 405 g |
| Stabilisation | No | No |
| Weather sealing | Yes | Yes |
| Filter size | 67mm | 67mm |
| Made for | APSC | APSC |
| New price | £899 | £399 |
| Used at MPB (Fujifilm X) | £209–£299 | £184–£184 |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Fujifilm XF 16mm f/1.4 R WR better than the Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary?
The XF 16mm f/1.4 R WR offers less weight (375g vs 405g); the 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary offers a lower price (about £180 vs £250).
Which is better value, the XF 16mm f/1.4 R WR or the 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary?
On Fujifilm X, the Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary costs about £180 against about £250 for the Fujifilm XF 16mm f/1.4 R WR (MPB used where listed, otherwise new; checked 5 November 2026).
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.