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.
Landscape, Astrophotography & Architecture On Sony Aps-C — 11-20mm f/2.8 Di III-A RXD (2021): The definitive ultra-wide zoom for Sony APS-C — f/2.8 at 11mm in a compact, affordable, weather-sealed package.
Who should buy what
Quick take: The fujifilm xf 18-55mm f/2.8-4 r lm ois is the most affordable; only the 11-20mm f/2.8 di iii-a rxd 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) | 11-20mm f/2.8 Di III-A RXD (2021) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £399 | £599 |
| Sensor | f/2.8–4 (variable max aperture) | Sony E-mount (APS-C) |
| Video | 35cm minimum focus distance | N/A — lens |
| Autofocus | Linear motor (LM) — fast, quiet, ideal for video | Rapid eXtra-silent stepping Drive (RXD) — quiet and fast |
| Stabilisation | OIS (3.5 stops) — effective for handheld shooting | None |
| Burst Rate | N/A | N/A |
| Battery Life | N/A | N/A |
| Weight | 310g | 335g |
| Dimensions | 65mm diameter × 70.4mm length | 73mm diameter × 86.2mm length |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | N/A | N/A |
| Screen | N/A | N/A |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | 67mm filter thread |
| 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 OIS | 11-20mm f/2.8 Di III-A RXD |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Street | — | |
| Landscape | — | |
| Astrophotography | — | |
| Architecture | — |
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