Fujifilm XF 18-55mm f/2.8-4 R LM OISvs A6100

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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Sony A6100 Sony A6100 (2019) Starting from £549 new Best for Beginner, family, travel View A6100

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.

Beginner, Family, Travel — A6100 (2019): Best autofocus in its class for the price.

↓ Full specifications below

A6100 (2019)

  • First-time mirrorless buyers who want solid AF
  • Families stepping up from a smartphone

Quick take: The fujifilm xf 18-55mm f/2.8-4 r lm ois is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.

Full specifications

Specification Fujifilm XF 18-55mm f/2.8-4 R LM OIS (2013)A6100 (2019)
Price £399 £549
Sensor f/2.8–4 (variable max aperture) APS-C Exmor CMOS
Resolution 24.2MP
Video 35cm minimum focus distance 4K 30fps
Autofocus Linear motor (LM) — fast, quiet, ideal for video 425-point phase-detect, real-time tracking
Stabilisation OIS (3.5 stops) — effective for handheld shooting None
Burst Rate N/A 11fps
Battery Life N/A 420 shots (CIPA)
Weight 310g 396g (body only)
Dimensions 65mm diameter × 70.4mm length 119.9 × 66.9 × 59.4mm
Weather Sealed No No
Viewfinder N/A EVF 0.39" 1.44M-dot
Screen N/A 3.0" tilting touchscreen, 921k-dot
Mount Fujifilm X-mount Sony E-Mount
Memory Cards N/A SD UHS-I / Memory Stick
Connectivity N/A Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.1, Micro USB, Micro HDMI
Genre Fujifilm XF 18-55mm f/2.8-4 R LM OISA6100
Travel
9.0
Vlogging & Video
7.0
Street
7.0
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