Fujifilm
XF 18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS
Fujifilm X Mount
XF 18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS — 18–55mm f/2.8-4 for Fujifilm X, a popular choice in the fujifilm lineup.
$699
Launch priceReleased Sep 2012
Fujifilm
XF 50-140mm F2.8 R LM OIS WR
Fujifilm X Mount
XF 50-140mm F2.8 R LM OIS WR — 50–140mm f/2.8 for Fujifilm X, a popular choice in the fujifilm lineup.
$1,599
Launch priceReleased Jun 2014
XF 50-140mm F2.8 R LM OIS WR is 1.8 years newer.
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Wins
XF 18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS
Wins
XF 50-140mm F2.8 R LM OIS WR
4 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- AXF 18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS has lower Weight (310 g vs 995 g)
- AXF 18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS has lower Length (93 mm vs 189 mm)
- BXF 50-140mm F2.8 R LM OIS WR has lower Max aperture (Tele) (f/2.8 vs f/4)
- AXF 18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS has lower Diameter (65 mm vs 70 mm)
Key specs at a glance
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose the XF 18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS
- ✓
Weight
310 g vs 995 g — lower is better
- ✓
Length
93 mm vs 189 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Diameter
65 mm vs 70 mm — lower is better
Reasons to choose the XF 50-140mm F2.8 R LM OIS WR
- ✓
Weather sealing
Only XF 50-140mm F2.8 R LM OIS WR supports it
- ✓
Control ring
Only XF 50-140mm F2.8 R LM OIS WR supports it
- ✓
Custom function button
Only XF 50-140mm F2.8 R LM OIS WR supports it
- ✓
Max aperture (Tele)
f/2.8 vs f/4 — lower is better
Shared specifications
Max aperture (Wide)
Both f/2.8
Min focus distance
Both 38 cm
Max magnification
Both 0.25 ×
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Optical stabilization
Both support optical stabilization
OIS effectiveness
Both 5 stops
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
XF 18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS
Pros
- ✓Versatile zoom range covers multiple focal lengths in one lens
- ✓Built-in optical image stabilization
- ✓Lightweight design easy to carry all day
Cons
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
XF 50-140mm F2.8 R LM OIS WR
Pros
- ✓Versatile zoom range covers multiple focal lengths in one lens
- ✓Built-in optical image stabilization
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
Cons
- –Relatively heavy for extended handheld use
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
Decided which one is right for you?
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Fujifilm XF 18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS
Fujifilm XF 50-140mm F2.8 R LM OIS WR
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.