NiSi 16mm f/2.8: Hasselblad XCD vs Fujifilm G-Mount
By NiSi Filters Australia | Published: 2026-11-03
Category: Comparisons
The NiSi 16mm f/2.8 comes in Hasselblad XCD and Fujifilm G-Mount versions. Compare mount options, pricing, and handling to choose the right ultra-wide for your medium format system.
Quick answer
Choose the NiSi 16mm f/2.8 ASPH. in Hasselblad XCD mount if you shoot a Hasselblad XCD body and want a native ultra-wide prime. Choose the Fujifilm G-Mount version if you shoot a Fujifilm GFX camera. Both share the same optical design and weather-sealed metal body; the main differences are mount compatibility and price.
Mount compatibility is the deciding factor
The two versions are optically identical but physically incompatible. The Hasselblad XCD mount version only fits Hasselblad XCD mirrorless cameras, while the Fujifilm G-Mount version only fits Fujifilm GFX bodies. There is no adapter that preserves full functionality between these systems, so your existing camera body dictates the choice.
Price difference reflects market positioning
At catalog prices, the Fujifilm G-Mount version is listed at USD 1322.37, while the Hasselblad XCD version is USD 1511.28. Both are discounted from a USD 2099.00 comparison price. The G-Mount version costs less, but that saving only matters if you already own a GFX system. If you are choosing between camera systems, factor in the total cost of the body and lenses, not just this lens.
Same field of view, different sensor sizes
Both lenses deliver an expansive field of view exceeding 118 degrees and are designed to resolve detail for 100-megapixel sensors. However, the Hasselblad XCD system uses a different sensor size than Fujifilm GFX, so the exact angle of view may vary slightly between the two. The lens is built specifically for each mount, so you get native performance without adapters.
Key trade-offs
- Mount compatibility: The XCD version only fits Hasselblad XCD bodies; the G-Mount version only fits Fujifilm GFX bodies. You cannot swap between systems. Confirm your camera mount before ordering.
- Price: The G-Mount version is listed at USD 1322.37, the XCD version at USD 1511.28 (both discounted from USD 2099.00). The G-Mount saves about USD 189 at current catalog prices. If you are system-agnostic, the G-Mount version offers a lower entry price.
- Optical design: Both use the same 12-group, 16-element design and weather-sealed metal body, so image quality and build are equivalent. Your choice should be based on mount and price, not optical performance.
Product facts
- NiSi 16mm f/2.8 ASPH. Ultra-Wide Medium Format Lens (Hasselblad XCD Mount): Designed for Hasselblad XCD system with a bright f/2.8 aperture and field of view exceeding 118 degrees. This native XCD mount lens gives Hasselblad users an ultra-wide prime without adapters, ideal for architecture and landscape.
NiSi 16mm f/2.8 ASPH. Ultra-Wide Medium Format Lens (Hasselblad XCD Mount) - NiSi 16mm f/2.8 ASPH. Ultra-Wide Medium Format Lens (Fujifilm G-Mount): Designed for Fujifilm GFX (G-Mount) system with a bright f/2.8 aperture and field of view exceeding 118 degrees. Fujifilm GFX shooters get the same ultra-wide coverage with a native mount, ensuring full compatibility and weather sealing.
NiSi 16mm f/2.8 ASPH. Ultra-Wide Medium Format Lens (Fujifilm G-Mount)
Which version is right for you?
Best for
- Hasselblad XCD owners who need a native ultra-wide prime for architecture, landscape, or interior photography.
- Fujifilm GFX owners who want a bright f/2.8 ultra-wide lens without adapters.
Not for
- Photographers using other medium format systems (e.g., Pentax 645Z) or full-frame cameras; this lens is not available for those mounts.
- Anyone who needs a zoom lens; this is a fixed 16mm prime.
