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Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR X Mount Review

Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR

Main Features

  • 18mm Focal Range
  • F1.4 Max Aperture
  • Weather-sealed
  • Filter Thread: 62mm
  • Max Format: APS-C / DX
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • Weight: 370g / 0.81 lb
  • Dimensions(øxL): 69mm x 76mm
  • Min Focus Distance: 0.2m
  • Max Magnification: 0.15x
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Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR Overview


Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR is a Fixed aperture Auto Focus (AF) Wideangle Prime lens with APS-C / DX max sensor coverage, and it is designed to be used with X Mount cameras.

What type of photography is the Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR lens good for?

The type of photography that you are planning to use the Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated its suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type Suitability
Bird/WildlifePoor
SportsPoor
PortraitFair
TravelAverage
StreetExcellent
WeddingFair
Walk AroundAverage
VloggingVery Good
LandscapeGood
MacroPoor

Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR is a member of Fujifilm's XF F1.4 Prime series of lenses. Below you can see the latest lenses in this series.

XF F1.4 Prime Series Lenses in Fujifilm X Mount
Model Coverage Weight Focusing Street Price
Fujifilm XF 23mm F1.4 R LM WR Lens Fujifilm XF 23mm F1.4 R LM WR
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APS-C / DX 375gr AF Amazon B&H Photo
Fujifilm XF 33mm F1.4 R LM WR Lens Fujifilm XF 33mm F1.4 R LM WR
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APS-C / DX 360gr AF Amazon B&H Photo
Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR Lens Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR
APS-C / DX 370gr AF Amazon B&H Photo
Fujifilm XF 16mm F1.4 R WR Lens Fujifilm XF 16mm F1.4 R WR
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APS-C / DX 375gr AF Amazon B&H Photo
Fujifilm XF 35mm F1.4 R Lens Fujifilm XF 35mm F1.4 R
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APS-C / DX 187gr AF Amazon B&H Photo
Fujifilm XF 23mm F1.4 R Lens Fujifilm XF 23mm F1.4 R
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APS-C / DX 300gr AF Amazon B&H Photo

Reasons to Buy Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR Lens

Here we've included a summary of the advantages and disadvantages of the Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR lens in a list form to help you determine whether it offers the features you need.

PROs
Weather-sealed
Autofocus
Aperture Ring
Hood supplied
Very Fast Aperture
9 Diaphragm Blades for Smooth Bokeh
Minimum focus distance of 0.2m / 7.9 inch
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CONs

We couldn't find any significant Cons for the Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR



Lens Mount

Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR is compatible with cameras that have a Fujifilm X lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Fujifilm X lenses are Fujifilm X-S20, Fujifilm X-T5 and Fujifilm X-H2.

Fujifilm X-S20 with Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR Lens Size
Fujifilm X-S20 with the Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR Lens
Fujifilm X-T5 with Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR Lens Size
Fujifilm X-T5 with the Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR Lens
Fujifilm X-H2 with Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR Lens Size
Fujifilm X-H2 with the Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR Lens

Size, Weight and Filter Thread

Size and weight is a very important decision factor when searching for your next lens. Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR has a maximum diameter of 69mm and total length of 76mm. It weighs 370g / 13.1 oz.

Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR and Fujifilm XF 16mm F1.4 R WR (Fujifilm X mount) to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life. Check the detailed comparison of these two lenses here.

Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR vs Fujifilm XF 16mm F1.4 R WR Lens Size Comparison
Comparison image of the Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR and the Fujifilm XF 16mm F1.4 R WR Size and Weight

Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR has a filter thread of 62mm. Below are links to the filters that we recommend you to consider for your Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR:

  • 62mm Variable ND Lens Filters
  • 62mm Circular Polarizer Lens Filters
  • 62mm Clear Protection Lens Filters


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Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR Lens Top View




Focal Range

Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR has a fixed focal length of 18mm which has a 35mm equivalent focal range of 27mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.



Weather Sealings

The Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR is a weather-sealed lens, which provides extra protection to prevent water and dust get inside the lens and camera body under light rain, snow and wind. In order to have effective protection, you have to pair the Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR with a weather-sealed camera body such as the Fujifilm X-T5, Fujifilm X-H2 and Fujifilm X-H2S.

Optical Image Stabilization

Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR doesn't have an optical image stabilization system so the only option to stabilize the image taken with this lens is to mount on a camera body with IBIS (sensor based In-body image stabilization).

Maximum Magnification Ratio

Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR has a Max Magnification Ratio of 0.15x and has a minimum focusing distance of 0.2m. 0.15x means that the max magnification ratio is very low and not suitable even for modest close-up shots.

Below are the 3 Wideangle Prime type Fujifilm X mount lens alternatives with highest max magnification ratios:

  • Fujifilm XF 16mm F1.4 R WR: 0.21x - (Compare)
  • Fujifilm XF 23mm F1.4 R LM WR: 0.2x - (Compare)
  • Kamlan 28mm F1.4: 0.15x - (Compare)

Aperture

Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR has a max aperture of F1.4 and a minimum aperture of F16.

Optical Formula

Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR's optical formula consists of 15 elements in 9 groups . Following special elements are used in this design:

  • 1 ED
  • 3 aspherical elements

Lens Hood

Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR comes with a removable lens hood which is handy to reduce lens flare and glare in your photos.

https://cameradecision.com/lenses/img/other/Fujifilm-XF-18mm-F1.4-R-LM-WR-hood.jpg
Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR Lens Hood


Body Colour

Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR is available in Black color.

https://cameradecision.com/lenses/img/other/Fujifilm-XF-18mm-F1.4-R-LM-WR-withcamera.jpg
Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR Attached to a camera

Popular Comparisons of Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR

Here are the eight most popular comparisons of the Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR amongst Camera Decision readers.

Top Alternatives of Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR Lens
Model Coverage Weight Focusing Street Price
Fujifilm XF 16mm F1.4 R WR Lens Fujifilm XF 16mm F1.4 R WR
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APS-C / DX 375 g / 0.83 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Fujifilm XF 23mm F1.4 R LM WR Lens Fujifilm XF 23mm F1.4 R LM WR
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APS-C / DX 375 g / 0.83 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Fujifilm XF 33mm F1.4 R LM WR Lens Fujifilm XF 33mm F1.4 R LM WR
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APS-C / DX 360 g / 0.79 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN  Lens Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN
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APS-C / DX 405 g / 0.89 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Fujifilm XF 16mm F2.8 R WR Lens Fujifilm XF 16mm F2.8 R WR
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APS-C / DX 155 g / 0.34 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Fujifilm XF 23mm F2 R WR Lens Fujifilm XF 23mm F2 R WR
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APS-C / DX 180 g / 0.40 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Fujifilm XF 18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS Lens Fujifilm XF 18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS
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APS-C / DX 310 g / 0.68 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Fujifilm XF 18mm F2 R Lens Fujifilm XF 18mm F2 R
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APS-C / DX 116 g / 0.26 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo


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Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR Alternatives in Fujifilm X Mount
Model Coverage Weight Focusing Street Price
Fujifilm XF 16mm F2.8 R WR Lens Fujifilm XF 16mm F2.8 R WR
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APS-C / DX 155 g / 0.34 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Fujifilm XF 16mm F1.4 R WR Lens Fujifilm XF 16mm F1.4 R WR
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APS-C / DX 375 g / 0.83 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Fujifilm XF 14mm F2.8 R Lens Fujifilm XF 14mm F2.8 R
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APS-C / DX 235 g / 0.52 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Fujifilm XF 18mm F2 R Lens Fujifilm XF 18mm F2 R
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APS-C / DX 116 g / 0.26 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Fujifilm XF 23mm F1.4 R Lens Fujifilm XF 23mm F1.4 R
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APS-C / DX 300 g / 0.66 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Fujifilm XF 23mm F1.4 R LM WR Lens Fujifilm XF 23mm F1.4 R LM WR
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APS-C / DX 375 g / 0.83 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Fujifilm XF 23mm F2 R WR Lens Fujifilm XF 23mm F2 R WR
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APS-C / DX 180 g / 0.40 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Samyang 16mm f2.0 ED AS UMC CS Lens Samyang 16mm f2.0 ED AS UMC CS
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APS-C / DX 583 g / 1.28 lb MF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN  Lens Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN
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APS-C / DX 405 g / 0.89 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Samyang MF 14mm F2.8 Mk2 Lens Samyang MF 14mm F2.8 Mk2
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35mm FF 649 g / 1.43 lb MF Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 23mm F1.4 DC DN C Lens Sigma 23mm F1.4 DC DN C
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APS-C 330 g / 0.73 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Tokina atx-m 23mm F1.4 X Lens Tokina atx-m 23mm F1.4 X
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APS-C / DX 276 g / 0.61 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
7artisans 25mm F1.8 Lens 7artisans 25mm F1.8
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APS-C / DX 143 g / 0.31 lb MF Amazon B&H Photo
Samyang 20mm F1.8 ED AS UMC Lens Samyang 20mm F1.8 ED AS UMC
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35mm FF 497 g / 1.09 lb MF Amazon B&H Photo
Samyang 21mm F1.4 ED AS UMC CS Lens Samyang 21mm F1.4 ED AS UMC CS
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APS-C / DX 275 g / 0.61 lb MF Amazon B&H Photo

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Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR Detailed Specifications


General
Brand Fujifilm
Lens Type Prime
Lens Type Wideangle Prime
Lens Mount Fujifilm X
Max Format APS-C / DX
Focal Range 18mm
Image Stabilization No
Colour Black
Zoom Method No Zoom
Power Zoom No Zoom
Zoom Lock No Zoom
Zoom Ratio 1.0X
APERTURE
Max Aperture F1.4
Min Aperture F16
Aperture Ring Yes
Diaphragm Blades 9
Optics
Optical Elements 15
Optical Groups 9
Special Elements 1 ED + 3 aspherical elements

FOCUSING
Min Focus Distance 0.2m
Max Magnification 0.15X
Autofocus Yes
AF Motor Type Linear Motor
Full Time Manual No
Focus Method Internal
Focus Distance Limiter No
Distance Scale No
DoF Scale No
PHYSICAL SPECS
Weight 370g
Diameter 69mm
Length 76mm
Weather Sealing Yes
Filter Thread 62mm
Filter Notes -
Hood Supplied Yes
Tripod Collar No
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