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 56mm F1.2 R WR II
Fujifilm X Mount
XF 56mm F1.2 R WR II — 56mm f/1.2 for Fujifilm X, a popular choice in the fujifilm lineup.
$999
Launch priceReleased Sep 2022
XF 56mm F1.2 R WR II is 10.1 years newer.
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Wins
XF 18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS
Wins
XF 56mm F1.2 R WR II
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AXF 18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS has higher OIS effectiveness (5 stops vs 0 stops)
- BXF 56mm F1.2 R WR II has lower Max aperture (Tele) (f/1.2 vs f/4)
- BXF 56mm F1.2 R WR II has lower Max aperture (Wide) (f/1.2 vs f/2.8)
- AXF 18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS has higher Max magnification (0.25 × vs 0.15 ×)
- AXF 18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS has lower Weight (310 g vs 445 g)
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 56mm F1.2 R WR II
⌀70 × 112 mm
445 g (0.98 lb / 15.70 oz)
XF 18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS is 19mm shorter and 5mm narrower than XF 56mm F1.2 R WR II.
XF 18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS is 135 g lighter than XF 56mm F1.2 R WR II.
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
- ✓
OIS effectiveness
5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
- ✓
Optical stabilization
Only XF 18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS supports it
- ✓
Weight
310 g vs 445 g — lower is better
- ✓
Length
93 mm vs 112 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Max magnification
0.25 × vs 0.15 × — higher is better
- ✓
Diameter
65 mm vs 70 mm — lower is better
Reasons to choose the XF 56mm F1.2 R WR II
- ✓
Max aperture (Tele)
f/1.2 vs f/4 — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Wide)
f/1.2 vs f/2.8 — lower is better
- ✓
Special elements
Adds ED
- ✓
Weather sealing
Only XF 56mm F1.2 R WR II supports it
- ✓
Control ring
Only XF 56mm F1.2 R WR II supports it
- ✓
Min focus distance
30 cm vs 38 cm — lower is better
Shared specifications
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
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 56mm F1.2 R WR II
Pros
- ✓Bright f/1.2 aperture for low light and subject separation
- ✓Prime design typically delivers strong sharpness and lighter weight
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
Cons
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the XF 18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS and XF 56mm F1.2 R WR II at major authorized retailers.
Fujifilm XF 18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.