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 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR
Fujifilm X Mount
762mm-equiv. super-telephoto at only 1335g with 5.5-stop OIS and linear AF.
$3,699
Launch priceReleased Oct 2024
XF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR is 12.1 years newer.
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Wins
XF 18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS
Wins
XF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AXF 18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS has lower Min focus distance (38 cm vs 275 cm)
- AXF 18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS has lower Weight (310 g vs 1335 g)
- AXF 18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS has lower Length (93 mm vs 255.5 mm)
- AXF 18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS has lower Max aperture (Wide) (f/2.8 vs f/5.6)
- AXF 18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS has lower Diameter (65 mm vs 104.5 mm)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this lens size diff to shareXF 18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS
⌀65 × 93 mm
310 g (0.68 lb / 10.93 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
XF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR
⌀105 × 256 mm
1335 g (2.94 lb / 47.09 oz)
XF 18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS is 163mm shorter and 40mm narrower than XF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR.
XF 18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS is 1025 g lighter than XF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR.
Diameter (⌀) is the maximum barrel width; length is measured from the mount to the front of the lens.
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
- ✓
Special elements
Adds Aspherical
- ✓
Min focus distance
38 cm vs 275 cm — lower is better
- ✓
Weight
310 g vs 1335 g — lower is better
- ✓
Length
93 mm vs 255.5 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Wide)
f/2.8 vs f/5.6 — lower is better
- ✓
Diameter
65 mm vs 104.5 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Tele)
f/4 vs f/5.6 — lower is better
- ✓
Max magnification
0.25 × vs 0.2 × — higher is better
Reasons to choose the XF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 5 ED, 2 Super ED
- ✓
Weather sealing
Only XF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR supports it
- ✓
Control ring
Only XF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR supports it
- ✓
Custom function button
Only XF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR supports it
- ✓
OIS effectiveness
5.5 stops vs 5 stops — higher is better
Shared specifications
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Optical stabilization
Both support optical stabilization
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 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR
Pros
- ✓Prime design typically delivers strong sharpness and lighter weight
- ✓Built-in optical image stabilization
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
Cons
- –Premium price point
- –Relatively heavy for extended handheld use
- –Slower maximum aperture limits low-light performance
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the XF 18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS and XF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR at major authorized retailers.
Fujifilm XF 18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS
Fujifilm XF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.