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, Architecture & Astrophotography — Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD (2019): The compact f/2.8 ultra-wide for Sony FE — lightweight, weather-sealed, and optically excellent at a fraction of Sony's own G-Master price.
Who should buy what
Quick take: The fujifilm xf 18-55mm f/2.8-4 r lm ois is the most affordable; only the tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 di iii 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) | Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD (2019) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £399 | £649 |
| Sensor | f/2.8–4 (variable max aperture) | f/2.8 (constant max aperture) |
| Video | 35cm minimum focus distance | 19cm minimum focus distance |
| Autofocus | Linear motor (LM) — fast, quiet, ideal for video | RXD (Rapid eXtra-silent stepping Drive) linear motor |
| Stabilisation | OIS (3.5 stops) — effective for handheld shooting | None (relies on body IBIS) |
| Burst Rate | N/A | — |
| Battery Life | N/A | — |
| Weight | 310g | 420g |
| Dimensions | 65mm diameter × 70.4mm length | 75.0 × 99.6mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | N/A | — |
| Screen | N/A | — |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Sony FE (full-frame E-mount) |
| Memory Cards | N/A | — |
| Connectivity | N/A | — |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Fujifilm XF 18-55mm f/2.8-4 R LM OIS | Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Street | ||
| Landscape | — | |
| Architecture | — | |
| Astrophotography | — | |
| Portrait | — |
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