Fujifilm XF 18-55mm f/2.8-4 R LM OIS

The definitive versatile standard zoom for X-mount

Fujifilm XF 18-55mm f/2.8-4 R LM OIS
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LENS SCORE
Features 17
Performance 17
Durability 15
Price 16
Usability 17
Brand Fujifilm
Model 16276324

Key Features

OPTICS 14 elements in 10 groups including 3 aspherical and 1 extra-low dispersion element
APERTURE f/2.8-4 variable aperture with 7 rounded diaphragm blades
STABILIZATION Built-in OIS providing up to 4 stops of compensation
AUTOFOCUS Linear motor (LM) system for fast, near-silent focusing
CONSTRUCTION Metal mount and barrel construction with high-grade finish
MIN FOCUS 30cm minimum focus distance across the zoom range
FILTER 58mm front filter thread diameter
SIZE Compact design optimized for X-series mirrorless bodies
COATING HT-EBC multi-layer coating to reduce ghosting and flare
ZOOM Internal zoom mechanism with smooth rotation
APERTURE RING Dedicated manual aperture ring for tactile control
COMPATIBILITY Compatible with all Fujifilm X-mount mirrorless cameras
WEIGHT Lightweight 310g design for everyday portability

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Fujifilm XF 18-55mm f/2.8-4 R LM OIS

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present
Zoom Ring ✓ Present
Aperture Ring ✓ Present
AF/MF Switch ✗ Not Present Controlled via camera body
Image Stabilisation Switch ✓ Present
Focus Limiter Switch ✗ Not Present
Function (L-Fn) Button ✗ Not Present
Zoom Lock Switch ✗ Not Present
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✓ Present
Weather Sealing ✗ Not Present

How-to Use Fujifilm XF 18-55mm f/2.8-4 R LM OIS

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Technical Specification

Lens Type Standard Zoom
Focal Length 18-55mm (27-84mm equivalent)
Max Aperture f/2.8-4
Min Aperture f/22
Elements/Groups 14/10
Diaphragm Blades 7 (rounded)
Min Focus Distance 0.3m (wide) / 0.45m (tele)
Max Magnification 0.08x - 0.15x
Filter Size 58mm
Stabilization OIS (4 stops)
Focus Motor Linear Motor
Weather Sealing No
Weight 310g
Dimensions 65mm x 70.4mm