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Canon RF 24mm f/1.8 Macro — Prime/Zoom
Canon

Canon RF 24mm f/1.8 Macro

Prime/Zoom

86
/ 100
From $599
VS
Fujifilm XF 23mm f/2 R WR — Prime/Zoom
Fujifilm

Fujifilm XF 23mm f/2 R WR

Prime/Zoom

86
/ 100
From $449
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Canon RF 24mm f/1.8 Macro lands at 86 and Fujifilm XF 23mm f/2 R WR at 86. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Canon RF 24mm f/1.8 Macro if…

  • ✓Fast aperture
  • ✓Quiet autofocus
  • ✓Weather-sealed (most)

Pick Fujifilm XF 23mm f/2 R WR if…

  • ✓Fast aperture
  • ✓Quiet autofocus
  • ✓Weather-sealed (most)
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Build

Tie

Compared on the build sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Sharpness

Tie

Compared on the sharpness sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Autofocus

Tie

Compared on the autofocus sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Fujifilm XF 23mm f/2 R WR

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Fujifilm XF 23mm f/2 R WR more score per dollar ($449 vs $599).

Canon RF 24mm f/1.8 Macro 86
vs
86 Fujifilm XF 23mm f/2 R WR

Score breakdown

Canon RF 24mm f/1.8 Macro
86
sharpness 86
af 84
build 88
value 85
Fujifilm XF 23mm f/2 R WR
86
sharpness 86
af 84
build 88
value 85

Specs side-by-side

Canon RF 24mm f/1.8 Macro versus Fujifilm XF 23mm f/2 R WR — full spec comparison
Spec Canon RF 24mm f/1.8 Macro Fujifilm XF 23mm f/2 R WR

Canon RF 24mm f/1.8 Macro

Pros
  • +Fast aperture
  • +Quiet autofocus
  • +Weather-sealed (most)
Cons
  • −Mount-specific
  • −Weight varies
  • −Price scales with quality

Fujifilm XF 23mm f/2 R WR

Pros
  • +Fast aperture
  • +Quiet autofocus
  • +Weather-sealed (most)
Cons
  • −Mount-specific
  • −Weight varies
  • −Price scales with quality

FAQ: Canon RF 24mm f/1.8 Macro vs Fujifilm XF 23mm f/2 R WR

Which is better, Canon RF 24mm f/1.8 Macro or Fujifilm XF 23mm f/2 R WR? +

Both score 86 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Canon RF 24mm f/1.8 Macro worth the price? +

At $599, Canon RF 24mm f/1.8 Macro delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in build.

Is Fujifilm XF 23mm f/2 R WR worth the price? +

At $449, Fujifilm XF 23mm f/2 R WR delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in build.

Does Canon RF 24mm f/1.8 Macro or Fujifilm XF 23mm f/2 R WR last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is the better value, Canon RF 24mm f/1.8 Macro or Fujifilm XF 23mm f/2 R WR? +

Fujifilm XF 23mm f/2 R WR — more score per dollar ($449 vs $599). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.