Fujifilm XF 18mm f/2 R

Ultra-compact pancake lens for street photography

Fujifilm XF 18mm f/2 R
79/100
LENS SCORE
Features 16
Performance 16
Durability 16
Price 14
Usability 17
Brand Fujifilm
Model 16276337

Key Features

OPTICAL 8 elements in 7 groups including 2 aspherical elements
APERTURE 7-blade rounded diaphragm for smooth bokeh
FOCUS Internal focusing system with high-torque DC motor
MOUNT Fujifilm X-mount compatible with all X-series cameras
COATING Super EBC (Electron Beam Coating) to reduce flare
SIZE Pancake design measuring only 33.7mm in length
FILTER 52mm filter thread diameter
MIN FOCUS 18cm minimum focusing distance for close-ups
CONSTRUCTION Metal mount and high-quality plastic barrel
STABILIZATION None (relies on IBIS in camera body)
WEATHER SEALING None
WEIGHT Extremely lightweight at 116g
COMPATIBILITY Optimized for APS-C X-Trans sensors

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Fujifilm XF 18mm f/2 R

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

How-to Use Fujifilm XF 18mm f/2 R

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Technical Specification

Focal Length 18mm (27mm equivalent)
Max Aperture f/2
Min Aperture f/16
Lens Construction 8 elements in 7 groups
Min Focus Distance 0.18m
Max Magnification 0.14x
Diaphragm Blades 7 (rounded)
Filter Size 52mm
Dimensions 64.5mm x 33.7mm
Weight 116g