Fujifilm XF 18-55mm f/2.8-4 R LM OISvs A6400
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Fujifilm XF 18-55mm f/2.8-4 R LM OIS (2013)
Starting from £399 new
Best for Travel, everyday & family photography
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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.
Content Creation & Vlogging — A6400 (2019): The best value APS-C Sony you can buy — especially used. Real-time Eye AF at this price point was transformative when it launched and still makes it one of the most reliable autofocus systems in the lineup.
Who should buy what
A6400 (2019)
- Vloggers and content creators who need a flip screen and reliable AF
- Photographers upgrading from a compact or smartphone
- Beginners who want room to grow into a full E-mount lens ecosystem
- Anyone prioritising autofocus performance at an accessible price
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) | A6400 (2019) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £399 | £899 |
| Sensor | f/2.8–4 (variable max aperture) | 24.2MP APS-C Exmor CMOS BSI |
| Resolution | — | 24.2MP |
| Video | 35cm minimum focus distance | 4K/30p (6K oversampled, no crop), 1080p/120p slow-motion |
| Autofocus | Linear motor (LM) — fast, quiet, ideal for video | Phase-detect, 425 points, real-time Eye AF & animal AF |
| Stabilisation | OIS (3.5 stops) — effective for handheld shooting | None (no IBIS) |
| Burst Rate | N/A | 11fps mechanical, 8fps with AF tracking |
| Battery Life | N/A | ~410 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 310g | 403g (body, battery, card) |
| Dimensions | 65mm diameter × 70.4mm length | 120.0 × 66.9 × 59.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | N/A | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.70× magnification |
| Screen | N/A | 3.0" tilting touchscreen, 180° flip for selfie/vlog, 921k dots |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Sony E-mount |
| Memory Cards | N/A | Single SD UHS-I |
| Connectivity | N/A | Micro-USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Fujifilm XF 18-55mm f/2.8-4 R LM OIS | A6400 |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | ||
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Street | ||
| Video | — | |
| Portrait | — | |
| Wildlife | — |
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