Fujifilm XF 18mm f/2 R : Specifications and Opinions

Fujifilm XF 18mm f/2 R

The Fujifilm XF 18mm f/2 R is a wide-angle lens for APS-C, manufactured from 2012. The focus is done by Lens AF motor (non-ultrasonic), it does not have image stabilization. The average price, when it has been added to the JuzaPhoto database, is 570 €;

68 users have given it an average vote of 9.1 out of 10.

MOUNT

This lens is available with the following mounts:

Fujifilm X-mount: this lens is compatible with mirrorless APS-C Fuji.

Specifications
Focal lenght	18 mm
Angle of view	77.3° (equivalent to a 27mm in Fullframe 24x36mm format)
Format	APS-C
Max. aperture	f/2.0
Aperture blades	7
Lenses/Groups	8 elements in 7 groups
Min. focus distance	0.18 meters
Reproduction ratio	0.14x
Features
Stabilization	No
Focus	Lens AF motor (non-ultrasonic)
Internal Focus	No
Built and notes
Tripod ring	No
Extenders	No
Filters	? mm
Lens hood	Yes (not supplied)
Weather sealing	No
Weight	116 g
Dimensions	65 x 41 mm
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The following opinions have been automatically translated with Google Translate.

Giulianophoto

sent on 03 Dicembre 2025

Pros: Compact optics and good overall quality.

Cons: Noisy, non-tropicalized AF.

Opinion: I've been using it for a few years, first on XT2, then on XPRO and XT3. It is a well-made, compact and good quality optic even at full aperture; in the center the performance is excellent, at least on sensors up to 26 MP, while on 40 MP I did not try it. The autofocus motor is of old design and is quite noisy, although accurate and I have never missed a photo. The aperture ring is soft but precise. It is a lens that can be used as much as with Fuji bodies it becomes super transportable and discreet for street / reportage. Used under 350 euros I recommend it.

Al6589

sent on 10 Gennaio 2025

Pros: compactness, definition in the center diaphragm

Cons: Older AF motor, excessive chromatic aberration, CT edge definition

Opinion: I had been looking for it for a while and in the end I found it, together with the 27 and the 60 Fuji makes a nice trio to carry around when weight and size are the priority; optically it is not the best, especially for the strong chromatic aberration (especially purple fraying) that can be seen in contrasting landscape and architecture photos. At f/2 only enough performance, but it's such a pleasure to have it with me that in the end I didn't resell it even with all its limitations (you can see that it's a bit dated project and should be updated)

MarcoMeliFoto

sent on 23 Aprile 2024

Pros: Compactness, Quality, MAF Speed, Lens hood

Cons: No WR, Noise

Opinion: Beautiful optics that I haven't owned for long but that I've used enough to be able to review. Let's start with the positives, including the construction, which is quite sturdy; the speed of the MAF, the optical quality itself which, in addition to having a small feature in the photos, also has a good resistance to flare; Lens hood which in itself is very nice and very very functional. At full aperture it's pretty sharp in the middle and then loses at the edges, but that's okay, it fits. As sore points I must say that they are small things that nowadays make someone choose something else, including, the fact that there is no WR, believe me that for those who use this photo in the street, in my opinion it is fundamental or at least a not insignificant plus; the general noise, between the diaphragm and the MAF which make this lens not suitable for video, as long as you use an external microphone. In short, to conclude, it is a lens that is undoubtedly loved by those who do street and love to immerse themselves in the moments and for those who do landscape, since it is still a wide-angle, or for those who love the equivalent 28mm; without a doubt, nowadays it deserves an update to make it silent first and foremost and above all WR. If they were to upgrade the optics, I would certainly be one of the first to make the switch. And anyway, the fact that you can find it used for about 320 - 400 euros, makes it clear that as old as it may be, it is a great gem. P.S I don't spend any ideas when it comes to the cap, since I always keep the lens hood and it has never been put on.

Fabio Ponso

sent on 14 Ottobre 2023

Pros: Compactness, weight, size, small and squared hood (it's nice, which does not hurt), optical quality

Cons: You can not remove / put the cap without first removing the hood, optical quality

Opinion: The optical quality is very good even if not excellent (for example the Sigma fixed art series at those focal lengths are another thing), and it is for this reason that I indicated it both in the strengths and weaknesses, but it is a fun, cheeky lens, with its own "character", microcontrast enough and that never disappoints. The AF is in my opinion good, better than the 35 1.4 that I have, probably, indeed certainly less performing than the new 18mm f / 1.4. For professionals perhaps, but I emphasize perhaps, the new 1.4 is preferable, but for all the others a highly recommended lens, except perhaps for sports photos or in any case for those where a super performing AF is required. I keep it perpetually mounted for several months now on my X-T4 and I am absolutely satisfied.

MarcelloIotti

sent on 02 Gennaio 2022

Pros: Compactness, weight, opening

Cons: In my way of seeing no one

Opinion: I have been using it for more than a year, I bought it used like all the optics that I own and that I have owned. With a reasonable expense you take home a 27mm equivalent with which to really do everything. When I want to be light I bring only him, with his angle of view allows me to take street shots but also not too wide views. If I need to take a close shot, its minimum MAF allows honest close ups that can be "helped" with a crop in post production to decrease the field of view of the lens. Its max aperture of F2 allows you to detach the subject from the background without completely canceling it as a canvas would. With portraits you have to be careful not to get too close to the subject so as not to deform it, let's say that it is great for setting. Used at intermediate diaphragms it has an excellent sharpness. A F8 -F11 can be used safely for landscapes. The autofocus is good. The hood is very cool. Diameter for any filters, small, therefore economical. Having the diaphragm ring on the barrel is great. I would buy it back 100 times.

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