FUJINON XF18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS EBC ASPH Lens
The Fujifilm 18-55mm f/2.8-4 R LM OIS is a 18–55mm f/2.8 lens designed for Fujifilm X mount cameras. Used copies start from $373.07 on GearFocus, with buyer protection on every purchase.
FUJINON XF18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS EBC ASPH Lens
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Lens Overview — Fujifilm 18-55mm f/2.8-4 R LM OIS
Key Features — Fujifilm 18-55mm f/2.8-4 R LM OIS
18-55mm APS-C Zoom: Covers a versatile standard zoom range equivalent to approximately 27-84mm in full-frame terms, suitable for everyday, travel, and portrait photography.
f/2.8–f/4 Aperture Range: Opens to f/2.8 at the wide end with a variable maximum aperture; photographers should be aware exposure changes when zooming toward 55mm.
Optical Image Stabilization: Built-in OIS helps reduce the effects of camera shake during handheld shooting, particularly useful at slower shutter speeds.
Linear Motor Autofocus: LM-driven autofocus delivers fast, quiet focusing well-suited to both stills and video shooting.
EBC Lens Coating: Fujifilm's Electron Beam Coating reduces flare and ghosting for cleaner image rendering in high-contrast lighting.
Aspherical Lens Elements: ASPH elements help control distortion and spherical aberration across the zoom range for consistent sharpness.
Lens Specifications — Fujifilm 18-55mm f/2.8-4 R LM OIS
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel, Portrait, Landscape, Street |
| Lens Type | Zoom |
| Format | APS-C |
| Zoom/Prime | Zoom |
| Focal Length | 18–55mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Camera System | Mirrorless |
| Lens Mount | Fujifilm X |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Focus Type | Auto, Manual |
| Image Stabilization | Optical (OIS) |
| Filter Thread | 58mm |
Description — Fujifilm 18-55mm f/2.8-4 R LM OIS
The Fujinon XF 18-55mm f/2.8-4 R LM OIS is a zoom lens built for Fujifilm X-mount mirrorless cameras, covering the APS-C format. Its focal length range spans 18mm to 55mm, making it a go-to standard zoom for a wide variety of photographic subjects. The maximum aperture of f/2.8 at the wide end delivers meaningful low-light performance and the ability to control depth of field, while the aperture shifts to f/4 at the 55mm end. Optical image stabilization is integrated directly into the lens, providing added stability during handheld use.
The lens accommodates 58mm filters, a practical and widely available thread size. Weighing in at 310 grams, it remains an easy carry for all-day shoots. Both auto and manual focus modes are supported, giving photographers direct control when the situation calls for it.
Exclusively designed for the Fujifilm X lens mount, it integrates seamlessly into the Fujifilm X-system ecosystem.
Pros — Fujifilm 18-55mm f/2.8-4 R LM OIS
- ✓Maximum aperture of f/2.8 at the wide end provides useful light-gathering capability
- ✓Optical image stabilization helps control camera shake in handheld shooting
- ✓Supports both autofocus and manual focus for flexible shooting control
Cons — Fujifilm 18-55mm f/2.8-4 R LM OIS
- ✗Variable aperture means maximum aperture narrows from f/2.8 to f/4 as you zoom toward 55mm
- ✗APS-C-only format limits use to crop-sensor Fujifilm X-mount bodies
- ✗Exclusively Fujifilm X-mount compatible — not usable on other systems without adaptation
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