Fujifilm XF 18-135 F3.5-5.6 OIS WR 18-135mm
A 7.5x zoom range covering 27-206mm equivalent and a 5-stop image stabilizer make this a uniquely versatile all-in-one lens for Fujifilm X-mount. The weather-sealed, 499g build withstands rain and dust while remaining light enough for all-day carry, and the inner focus motor delivers silent, 0.1-second autofocus. This is the ideal single-lens solution for travel and landscape photographers who prioritize framing flexibility and weather resistance over shallow depth of field.
لمحة سريعة
The 30-Second Version
A weather-sealed superzoom with killer stabilization and a huge range. Just don't expect it to be a portrait lens.
Pros & Cons
الإيجابيات
- Huge 18-135mm range covers almost everything 97th
- Stabilization is best-in-class for this type of lens 96th
- Weather sealing on over 20 points, rain won't kill it 94th
- Light at 490g for the reach you get 71st
السلبيات
- f/3.5-5.6 aperture is slow, especially past 70mm
- Portrait and bokeh performance is weak
- Minimum focus distance of 610mm limits close-up work
- Autofocus is just average, not the 0.1 second magic Fuji claims
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الأدلة
Performance
The stabilization is the real surprise here. Fuji claims 5 stops, and in our database it lands in the 97th percentile for its class. That means sharp handheld shots at shutter speeds that would turn most zooms into mush. The optical quality is also a standout, sitting in the 94th percentile, which is impressive for a superzoom. Autofocus is fine but not thrilling, middle of the pack at the 54th percentile. The f/3.5-5.6 aperture is the trade-off, and it's a real one. You'll feel it indoors and at the long end.
Specifications
Full Specifications
Optics
| Type | Zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 18 |
| Focal Length Max | 135 |
| Elements | 16 |
| Groups | 12 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4 |
| ED Elements | 2 |
| Coating | HT-EBC multilayer coating |
Aperture
| Max Aperture | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | f/3.5 |
| Constant | Yes |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 |
Build
| Mount | Fujifilm X |
| Format | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
| Weight | 0.5 kg / 1.1 lbs |
| Filter Thread | 67 |
AF & Stabilization
| AF Type | LM |
| Stabilization | Yes |
| Stabilization Stops | 5 |
Focus
| Min Focus Distance | 610 |
| Max Magnification | 0.27x |
vs Competition
The Tamron 28-300mm f/4-7.1 gives you more reach but a slower aperture and no Fuji X mount. The Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 is smaller, faster, and sharper for everyday shooting, but you lose the long end and weather sealing. The Viltrox 13mm f/1.4 is a completely different animal, a wide prime for astro and low light. For Fuji shooters who want one do-it-all lens, the XF 18-135mm still makes the most sense, but the Sigma is the better choice if you mostly shoot people or indoor scenes.
| Spec | Fujifilm XF 18-135 F3.5-5.6 OIS WR 18-135mm | Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 VXD | Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN | Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 | Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 | Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focal Length | 18-135mm | 28-300mm | 18-50mm | 12-35mm | 17-28mm | 18-135mm |
| Max Aperture | f/22 | f/4 | f/2.8 | f/2.8 | f/2.8 | f/3.5 |
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Sony E | Sony E | Micro Four Thirds | Nikon Z | Sony E |
| Stabilization | true | true | false | true | false | true |
| Weather Sealed | true | true | true | true | true | false |
| Weight (g) | 490 | 590 | 290 | 306 | 450 | 326 |
| AF Type | LM | VXD linear motor | stepping motor | Autofocus | Stepping Motor | Linear motor |
| Lens Type | zoom | zoom | zoom | zoom | zoom | zoom |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| المنتج | AF | Bokeh | Build | Macro | Optical | Aperture | Versatility | التقييم الاجتماعي | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fujifilm XF 18-135 F3.5-5.6 OIS WR 18-135mm | 54 | 13.8 | 71.2 | 34.6 | 94 | 21.4 | 95.9 | 45.9 | 96.7 |
| Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 VXD Compare | 97.7 | 80.9 | 63.5 | 84.7 | 96.5 | 69.2 | 97.9 | 51.1 | 80.8 |
| Sigma Contemporary 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Compare | 85.4 | 84.5 | 85.1 | 90.6 | 81.1 | 86.4 | 78.6 | 90.1 | 35.5 |
| Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 Compare | 54 | 84.5 | 84.3 | 49.4 | 85.6 | 86.4 | 80.7 | 85.4 | 96.7 |
| Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 Compare | 85.4 | 89.1 | 74.1 | 84.7 | 87.4 | 86.4 | 67.9 | 66.7 | 35.5 |
| Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Compare | 97.7 | 78.4 | 71.3 | 38.8 | 77.4 | 80.2 | 95.9 | 90.1 | 80.8 |
السعر
Value & Pricing
At around $1,000 USD, this lens is not cheap, but it replaces two or three primes for travel shooters. If you want one lens that stays on the camera all day, the price makes sense. If you're buying it for portraits or shallow depth of field, save your money.
اقرأ المزيد
Overview
The Fujifilm XF 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS WR is the lens you grab when you don't know what you'll run into. It covers a massive 27-206mm equivalent range, has genuinely excellent stabilization, and shrugs off weather like it's nothing. The one thing to know? It's a travel workhorse first, and a low-light or portrait lens a distant second.
Common Questions
Q: Is this lens good for low light?
Not really. The f/3.5-5.6 aperture gets dark fast when you zoom in. The stabilization helps with static subjects, but moving subjects in low light will be a struggle. Get a prime like the Viltrox 13mm f/1.4 if that's your main use.
Q: Does it work on all Fujifilm X cameras?
Yes, it fits any Fujifilm X-mount body. Fuji specifically mentions the X-T1 and X-E2, but it works on newer bodies too. The stabilization is in the lens, so even older bodies without IBIS benefit.
Q: Can I use this for portraits?
You can, but it's not great at it. The aperture is too slow for nice background blur, and our data puts portrait performance near the bottom for this lens type. You'll get better results with a fast prime or the Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8.
Who Should Skip This
If you want creamy bokeh or shoot a lot of indoor portraits, this isn't your lens. The f/3.5-5.6 aperture and weak bokeh performance will frustrate you. Go grab a fast prime or the Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 instead.
Verdict
Buy this lens if you travel, hike, or just hate swapping glass. It's not the sharpest or fastest lens Fuji makes, but it's the most practical. The stabilization and weather sealing push it over the edge for outdoor shooters. If you mostly shoot portraits or low light, look elsewhere.
