Fujifilm XF 18-55mm f/2.8-4 R LM OISvs M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO II

GearFrame · Updated March 2026

Fujifilm Fujifilm XF 18-55mm f/2.8-4 R LM OIS Fujifilm Fujifilm XF 18-55mm f/2.8-4 R LM OIS (2013) Starting from £399 new Best for Travel, everyday & family photography View Fujifilm XF 18-55mm f/2.8-4 R LM OIS
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OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO II OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO II (2022) Starting from £549 new Best for Travel, events & everyday shooting View M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO II

GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?

Travel, Everyday & Family Photography — Fujifilm XF 18-55mm f/2.8-4 R LM OIS (2013): The standard zoom to start your Fujifilm X system — versatile, sharp, and with built-in OIS for handheld freedom.

Travel, Events & Everyday Shooting — M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO II (2022): The go-to standard zoom for Micro Four Thirds — sharp, fast, and built to withstand the elements.

↓ Full specifications below

Who should buy what

Quick take: The fujifilm xf 18-55mm f/2.8-4 r lm ois is the most affordable; only the m.zuiko digital ed 12-40mm f/2.8 pro ii is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.

Full specifications

Specification Fujifilm XF 18-55mm f/2.8-4 R LM OIS (2013)M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO II (2022)
Price £399 £549
Sensor f/2.8–4 (variable max aperture) f/2.8 (constant max aperture)
Video 35cm minimum focus distance 20cm minimum focus distance
Autofocus Linear motor (LM) — fast, quiet, ideal for video Dual FAST AF with linear motors — fast, quiet, and precise
Stabilisation OIS (3.5 stops) — effective for handheld shooting None (relies on body IBIS)
Burst Rate N/A N/A
Battery Life N/A N/A
Weight 310g 382g
Dimensions 65mm diameter × 70.4mm length 69.9mm diameter × 84mm length
Weather Sealed No Yes
Viewfinder N/A N/A
Screen N/A N/A
Mount Fujifilm X-mount Micro Four Thirds
Memory Cards N/A N/A
Connectivity N/A N/A

Suitability by genre

Genre Fujifilm XF 18-55mm f/2.8-4 R LM OISM.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO II
Travel
9.0
9.0
Vlogging & Video
7.0
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Street
7.0
7.0
Portrait —
7.0
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