Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm
Fujifilm XF 18mm f/1.4 R LM WR 18mm
What Buyers Say
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm
This Nikon 18-55mm lens is widely praised for its sharpness, light weight, and excellent value for money, especially as a kit lens. Users highlight its vivid colors and quiet autofocus, though some note the plastic build feels fragile and the barrel can wobble at extended focal lengths. Overall, it's considered a fantastic starter lens that outperforms its modest price point.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Lightweight and portable
- Excellent value for money
- Vivid color reproduction
- Quiet autofocus
Cons
- Plastic build feels fragile
- Barrel wobbles at extended focal lengths
- No image stabilization
- Loose tolerances can affect focus
Fujifilm XF 18mm f/1.4 R LM WR 18mm
The Fujifilm XF 18mm f/2 R lens is widely praised for its compact size, sharp image quality, and fast aperture, making it a favorite for street and indoor photography. Users appreciate its lightweight design that pairs well with smaller camera bodies like the X-E3 and X-T1. However, some note minor chromatic aberration at wide apertures and a poorly designed lens hood cap that tends to fall off. Overall, it's considered a solid walk-around lens with excellent value, especially when purchased at a discount.
Pros
- Compact and lightweight design
- Sharp image quality
- Fast f/2 aperture
- Great for street and indoor photography
- Excellent value for money
Cons
- Lens hood cap falls off easily
- Chromatic aberration at wide apertures
- Softer corners at wider apertures
- Mediocre included cleaning kit
Scores
Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm | Fujifilm XF 18mm f/1.4 R LM WR 18mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 18 mm | 18 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 55 mm | 18 mm |
| Elements | 7 | 8 |
| Groups | 5 | 7 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2 | 2 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 1 |
| Coating | Super Integrated Coating | Super EBC |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-5.6 | f/2 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon F | Fujifilm X |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.20 kg | 0.12 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 55 mm | 52 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | pulse stepping motor | Linear motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 55 mm★ | 180 mm |
| Max Magnification | — | 0.14x★ |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm
- Strong macro (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong stabilization (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
Fujifilm XF 18mm f/1.4 R LM WR 18mm
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong build (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (72nd percentile)
- Below average bokeh (31st percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (32nd percentile)
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm offers 3.9x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 3 of 22 specs.
