Fujifilm XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS WR vs Fujifilm XF 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 R OIS WR

The bottom line

Similar coverage, different speed: the Fujifilm XF 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 R OIS WR opens to f/3.5 versus the Fujifilm XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS WR's f/4 — more light and shallower background blur. The Fujifilm XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS WR gives that up to stay lighter (410g (14.5 oz)). It comes down to how much you value that extra brightness.

Choose the Fujifilm XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS WR if…

  • You shoot wide — it starts at 10mm vs 18mm for landscapes, interiors and architecture.

Choose the Fujifilm XF 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 R OIS WR if…

  • You need more reach — it goes to 135mm vs 24mm for distant subjects, wildlife and sport.
  • You like close-focus work — 0.27x magnification vs 0.1x.

Where they differ

  • Aperture: the Fujifilm XF 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 R OIS WR opens to f/3.5 vs the Fujifilm XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS WR's f/4 — more light and shallower depth-of-field.
  • Focal range: Fujifilm XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS WR is 10-24mm, Fujifilm XF 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 R OIS WR is 18-135mm — different framing and reach.
  • Price: the Fujifilm XF 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 R OIS WR is $899, $100 under the Fujifilm XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS WR.
  • Weight: the Fujifilm XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS WR is 410g (14.5 oz) vs 490g (1.08 lb) — you'll feel the difference handheld.

Frequently asked

Is the Fujifilm XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS WR or the Fujifilm XF 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 R OIS WR better?

Similar coverage, different speed: the Fujifilm XF 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 R OIS WR opens to f/3.5 versus the Fujifilm XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS WR's f/4 — more light and shallower background blur. The Fujifilm XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS WR gives that up to stay lighter (410g (14.5 oz)). It comes down to how much you value that extra brightness.

Who should choose the Fujifilm XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS WR?

Choose the Fujifilm XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS WR if you shoot wide — it starts at 10mm vs 18mm for landscapes, interiors and architecture.

Who should choose the Fujifilm XF 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 R OIS WR?

Choose the Fujifilm XF 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 R OIS WR if you need more reach — it goes to 135mm vs 24mm for distant subjects, wildlife and sport. Choose it if you like close-focus work — 0.27x magnification vs 0.1x.

What is the main difference between the Fujifilm XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS WR and the Fujifilm XF 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 R OIS WR?

Aperture: the Fujifilm XF 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 R OIS WR opens to f/3.5 vs the Fujifilm XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS WR's f/4 — more light and shallower depth-of-field.

Product
Optical Design
Focal Length10-24mm18-135mm
Lens TypeZoomZoom
Optical Elements1416
Optical Groups1012
Aperture & Iris
Maximum Aperturef/4f/3.5
Minimum Aperturef/22f/22
Aperture Blades77
Rounded ApertureYesYes
Coverage & Angle
Format CoverageAPS-CAPS-C
Lens MountFujifilm XFujifilm X
Angle of View110° – 61°76.5° – 12°
35mm Equivalent15-37mm27-206mm
Focus
AutofocusYesYes
Focus MotorSteppingLinear
Focus LimiterNoNo
AF/MF SwitchNoNo
Min Focus Distance24 cm45 cm
Max Magnification0.1x0.27x
Stabilization & Video
Optical StabilizationYesYes
Aperture RingYesYes
Declickable ApertureNoNo
ParfocalNoNo
Internal ZoomNoNo
General
Price (MSRP)$999$899
Filter Size72mm67mm
Diameter78mm75.7mm
Length87mm97.8mm
Weight410g (14.5 oz)490g (1.08 lb)
Weather SealedYesYes
Tripod CollarNoNo