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XF 18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS

Fujifilm X · Zoom · APS C

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 price

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Last updated May 2026

Key specs at a glance

Focal Length

18-55 mm

Max Aperture

f/2.8-4

Mount

Fujifilm X

Coverage

APS-C

Stabilization

5 stops

Weight

310 g

Min Focus

38 cm

Filter Size

62 mm

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Best for

Use-case scores

Scored algorithmically from verified specs. 10 = best in class.

Portrait

Fair
4.5/ 10
  • · f/2.8 aperture is solid for standard portraits
  • · 9-blade rounded diaphragm creates creamy out-of-focus highlights

Sports & Action

Good
6.5/ 10
  • · f/4 aperture is decent for daytime sports
  • · Equipped with high-speed silent AF motor for fast action tracking

Video & Hybrid

Good
6.0/ 10
  • · Optical image stabilization is vital for steady handheld panning
  • · OIS is highly effective offering up to 5 stops of stability

Landscape

Fair
4.0/ 10
  • · Wide-angle focal length (18mm) is great for landscape photography
  • · Relatively light weight (310g) is easy to hike with

Travel

Good
6.0/ 10
  • · Highly portable weight (310g) makes it travel-friendly
  • · Standard zoom range covers wide to portrait, highly versatile

Wildlife

Limited
3.5/ 10
  • · Optical image stabilization is crucial to keep telephoto shots steady
  • · Fast tracking AF motor helps track moving birds/animals

Macro & Close-up

Limited
3.5/ 10
  • · Moderate close-up capabilities with 0.25x magnification
  • · OIS stabilizes macro shooting, compensating for high-magnification handshake

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

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Full specifications

Verified specs · Fujifilm XF 18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS

Optical Design

Focal length (Min)18 mm
Focal length (Max)55 mm
Max aperture (Wide)f/2.8
Max aperture (Tele)f/4
Elements16
Groups12
Special elementsAspherical

Focus System

Min focus distance38 cm
Max magnification0.25 ×
Autofocus motorLinear / Stepping Motor
Internal focusYes

Image Stabilization

Optical stabilizationYes
OIS effectiveness5 stops

Physical Specs

Weight310 g
Length93 mm
Diameter65 mm
Filter thread size62 mm
Weather sealingNo
Diaphragm blades9

Compatibility

Lens mountFujifilm X
Format coverageAPS-C

Features

Control ringNo
Custom function buttonNo