Fujifilm XF 18mm f/1.4 R LM WR
Announced April 15, 2021
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Reviewer Consensus
Exceptional
The Fujifilm XF 18mm f/1.4 R LM WR is a high-performance wide-angle prime that delivers exceptional sharpness and fast, quiet autofocus performance. Although it commands a premium price and features a larger, more substantial build than its predecessor, it remains an invaluable, weather-resistant tool for landscape, street, and low-light photography.
Weighted from 20 reviewer scores
Pros
- Durable, weather-resistant build quality
- Outstanding image sharpness across the frame even at f/1.4
- Fast, quiet, and reliable linear motor autofocus
- Pleasing bokeh rendering and sun star effects
- Close minimum focus distance for versatile shooting
Cons
- Loose-feeling manual focus and aperture rings
- Bulkier size compared to older 18mm versions
- Noticeable lens flare and vignetting in specific conditions
- Higher price point compared to other options
- Internal elements rattle when the lens is not powered
- Launch price $999 (USD)
- Focal length & aperture 18mm f/1.4
- Mount & coverage Fujifilm X APS-C
- Stabilization None
- Close focus 20 cm (0.15x)
- Filter thread 62mm
- Autofocus motor Linear motor
- Weight & size 370g (13.1 oz) · 68.8 x 75.6 mm (2.71 x 2.98 in)
What the Reviewers Say
All 20 expert reviews, weighted into the PixelMeter score.
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- DPReview 89/100
The Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 is a great option for a bright, fast walkaround prime for X-mount shooters.
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The Fujifilm XF 18mm f1.4 is a high-performance wide-angle lens for X-series mirrorless cameras, with a flexible 27mm field of view and a bright aperture that allows attractive shallow depth of field effects.
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The Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR is a great option for landscape and street photographers and also for videographers. [...] However, at £879 it is a serious chunk of money for what is a seriously good lens.
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If you hadn't guessed already, my conclusion is quite simple: this is a stellar optic and it comes highly recommended.
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The Fujifilm Fujinon XF 18mm f/1.4 R LM WR gives outstanding sharpness with excellent handling which make this a delightful lens to use.
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It may have taken Fujifilm rather too long to add a fast 28mm prime to their lens range, but now that it's finally arrived, we're happy to report that it's something of a must-buy if you like shooting either street photography or landscapes.
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I have waited so long for Fujifilm to bring a well designed, good performing 18mm prime lens to the XF system. In the midst of all the 16mm lens releases I started losing hope that it would ever happen.
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I had trepidations about the Fujifilm XF 18mm f/1.4 R LM WR lens after shooting with the original Fuji XF 18mm f/2. [...] However, I’m pleased to say that the Fujifilm XF 18mm f/1.4 is fast and delivers exceptional image quality.
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I have also ordered one XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR for my personal usage, which means that I can highly recommend it.
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It's actually really quiet.
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It is my absolute favorite Fujifilm lens that they've released at this point.
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The XF 18mm f1.4 R LM WR lens is a fantastic addition to the X Series system.
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Early impressions of the Fujifilm XF 18mm f/1.4 R LM WR are quite favorable. The lens handles well, is of excellent build quality, and is well-balanced on my Fujifilm X-Pro3.
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[L]et’s wrap this up before I ramble any more, the Fujifilm 18mm f/1.4 is exceptional.
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If you've got a Fujifilm camera, this is going to be a fantastic addition to your lens lineup [...]
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I've had the pleasure of using the 18mm f/1.4 for well over 4 months now, and I can confidently say that this is probably the best all-round lens that Fujifilm produces.
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The Fujifilm XF 18mm f/1.4 R LM WR lens has become an invaluable tool in my arsenal, offering minimal distortion, lightning-fast focusing, and a wide aperture for low-light shooting.
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I like this lens; it's one of the sharpest lens that I've come across. I think it's battling against the 80 millimeter macro lens for a sharp image quality, so this thing is up there.
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Yeah, I can't fault it.
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So optically then and build quality wise, this lens is everything you could ever want, and if that's what you're after, that 900 pound price tag is kind of self-explained.
