The best Fujifilm lenses are some of the finest lenses in all of photography. The X-mount glass has a reputation for being pin-sharp, highly reliable, and durably built. Whether you want to excel at photography, videography, or a little of both, the best Fujifilm lenses will help you get the most out of your Fujifilm camera.
In this guide, we've included the best zooms and primes for Fujiflm X-series mirrorless cameras. It's worth noting that we're just focusing here on Fujifilm's APS-C range – if you're using GFX medium-format cameras, check out our guide to the best Fujifilm GF lenses instead.
But don't feel short-changed – the lenses for X-mount are just as capable as the medium format ones. We've recently seen excellent professional workhorse lenses like the Fujinon XF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 R LM OIS WR telephoto zoom, and super-sharp, super-fast primes like the Fujinon XF18mm f/1.4 R LM WR. Video shooters are also catered for, with Fujifilm releasing its XF18-120mm F4 LM PZ WR with Power Zoom that's specifically optimized for zooming in video.
Fujifilm cameras are some of the best mirrorless cameras you can buy, and with more and more super-sharp lenses arriving, there's never been a better time to invest in the system. It has a decade of pedigree, and the future looks bright.
As such, get ready for a long list of lenses! We've divided it into sections to make it more navigable, so whether you want a wide-angle zoom a standard prime or a powerful telephoto, you'll be able to find it. Scroll down and let's get started...
Gareth is the Reviews Editor at Digital Camera World, and the person in charge of approving all the latest camera-related tech. With several years of experience as a photographer and videographer, shooting for some household names, he has learned a thing or two about cameras and the photography industry. Outside of photography, expect to find him cycling around London, or deep in a Netflix binge.
The best Fujifilm lenses in 2023
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Best Fujifilm standard zoom lens
This top-drawer ‘red badge’ lens is Fujifilm’s answer to pro-grade 24-70mm f/2.8 lenses for full-frame DSLRs. The Fujifilm XF16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR actually beats them for zoom range, with an ‘effective’ 24-84mm focal length, and has a similarly robust, weather-resistant construction. Performance is fabulous in all respects, with super-fast and highly accurate autofocus enabled by a twin linear motor, plus a feast of glassware that includes three aspherical elements and three ED (Extra-low Dispersion) elements. Sharpness and contrast are spectacular, bokeh is beautiful and there’s excellent resistance to ghosting and flare, thanks to dual conventional and nano-structure coatings. The only real minus points are that there’s no image stabilization, and the lens is relatively heavy for an X-mount standard zoom.
Read more: Fujifilm XF16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR review
Best Fujifilm standard prime lens
The Fujinon XF33mmF1.4 R LM WR expands Fujinon’s sub-range of fast f/1.4 primes. Its 33mm focal length may seem a little unusual, but as Fujifilm's X-mount cameras have APS-C sensors, the XF33mm F1.4 actually has an effective focal length of 50mm, in full-frame terms. For an APS-C 50mm-equivalent lens, this one is comparatively large – but that's a small price to pay for fast linear motor autofocus, an f/1.4 maximum aperture, and superb optical performance. The Fujinon XF33mmF1.4 R LM WR also has a physical aperture ring, working perfectly with the external shutter speed dials on cameras like the X-T30 II, X-Pro3, and X-T4 to provide classic external exposure controls for more advanced photographers and those who just like to shoot the old way!
Read our full Fujinon XF33mm F1.4 R LM WR review
Best Fujifilm lens for all occasions
The Fujinon XF 16-80mmF4 R OIS WR is not the fastest X-mount lens in the Fujinon line-up – that's the XF 16-55mm f2.8 R LM WR – but it's smaller, lighter, cheaper, has a 5x zoom range and optical stabilization, so losing one f-stop in maximum aperture seems a small price to pay. We found it a consistently good performer in outdoor shooting (not so much at close range in the lab), and its build quality and handling are as good as it gets... and ALL lenses should have an aperture ring like this one! The XF 16-55mm f/2.8 might look like the best 'pro' standard zoom, but we think this is a much smaller, cheaper, and more versatile all-rounder.
Read our full Fujinon XF16-80mm F4 R OIS WR review
Best Fujifilm telephoto zoom lens
Most professional and enthusiast photographers who use full-frame cameras grab a 70-200mm f/2.8 lens for telephoto shooting. The Fujifilm XF50-140mm f/2.8 R LM OIS WR is the equivalent X-mount lens with an effective 105-210mm zoom range and the same fast, constant f/2.8 aperture. It also happens to be full of ‘red badge’ finery. Like its sibling 16-55mm optic, this one has fully pro-grade build quality and high-grade glass including five ED elements and one Super ED element, plus dual conventional and nano-structure coatings. Super-fast autofocus is driven by a triple linear motor and, this time, you also get optical stabilization with class-leading 5-stop performance. The focal length range and wide aperture result in a relatively heavy build but the lens is nevertheless only two-thirds of the weight of most 70-200mm f/2.8 full-frame zooms.
See our full Fujifilm XF50-140mm f/2.8 R LM OIS WR review
Best Fujifilm lens for street photography
Fujifilm really does do premium prime lenses very well indeed. The Fujinon XF23mmF1.4 R LM WR is a gorgeous lens, delivering exceptional image quality and lightning-fast autofocus – basically, everything you could want from this kind of standard, street-friendly prime (its equivalent focal length works out to a naturalistic-feeling 35mm). It has a lovely aperture ring for that manual, immersive feel, and its design is weatherproof and dustproof. It is heavier than the average 35mm equivalent prime though, and we do have to take umbrage with the decision to remove the focus distance scale and depth of field index markers that were on the previous version of the lens. What gives, Fujifilm?!
Read more: Fujifilm Fujinon XF23mmF1.4 R LM WR review
Best Fujifilm lens for travel
Even though most Fujifilm X-mount lenses are comparatively compact and lightweight, it can still be a chore if you need to carry multiple lenses around with you. Ideal for travel and walkabout photography, this ‘superzoom’ XF18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 R LM OIS WR takes you all the way from wide-angle coverage to serious telephoto reach, equivalent to 27-206mm on a full-frame camera. Naturally, if you like to travel light, you won’t want to be lugging a tripod around either, so the 5-stop optical stabilizer is another bonus. Not just versatile in terms of zoom range, the lens is great for everything from landscape and architectural shots to action sports and wildlife, thanks to a very fast linear motor autofocus system. You needn’t let rain stop play either, as the lens has comprehensive weather-seals applied to no fewer than 20 areas.
Read more: Fujinon XF18-135mm F3.5-5.6 R LM OIS WR review
Best Fujifilm wide angle zoom
This is a new and improved version of Fujifilm's long-running ultra-wide zoom with a sleeker profile, weatherproofing, and improved stabilization, but with the same optical formulation. The Fujinon XF 10-24mm F4 R OIS WR is certainly a nice lens to use. The build quality, finish, and handling are absolutely top-drawer, the constant f/4 maximum aperture is handy for photographers and videographers who like to work with fixed apertures regardless of zoom setting, and the aperture ring is wonderful to have. If only the optical performance hit the same standard. It's great at 10mm, but the softer edges at 24mm are a disappointment, and take the edge off (literally) what could have been a 5-star lens.
Read more: Fujinon XF 10-24mm F4 R OIS WR review
Best Fujifilm lens for sports and wildlife
The Fujifilm XF100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 R LM OIS WR has all the usual pro-grade attractions and weather-sealed build quality. It’s typically heavy for a super-telephoto zoom, although many on the market are substantially heavier, weighing up to twice as much. Highlights include twin linear motors for super-fast and virtually silent autofocus, a class-leading 5-stop image stabilizer, and top-quality optics that include five ED elements and one Super ED element. The lens comes complete with a tripod mounting ring and an Arca-Swiss compatible tripod plate is also available as an optional extra. And if 600mm of ‘effective’ telephoto reach isn’t enough for you, the lens is also compatible with Fujifilm’s 1.4x and 2.0x teleconverters, which boost the maximum focal length to 853mm and 1,219mm in full-frame terms.
Read more: Fujifilm Fujinon XF100-400mm F4.5-5.6 R LM OIS WR review
Best Fujifilm macro lens
This ‘full macro’ lens delivers 1.0x magnification when shooting at its closest focus distance of 0.25m. It, therefore, reproduces small objects at full life size on the camera’s image sensor, and gives even greater ‘effective’ magnification than when using a similar lens on a full-frame camera, thanks to the APS-C format crop factor. The ability to massively enlarge tiny objects and very fine detail is immense. Innovative features include a newly developed autofocus system that utilizes ceramic balls on a guide rail to ensure the greatest possible accuracy and fidelity across the entire image frame. There’s also a ‘hybrid’ 5-stop stabilizer that corrects for horizontal and vertical shift as well as the usual camera vibration or ‘wobble’. This makes it much more effective during close-up shooting, although you’ll want to ensure you're using a good tripod at or near the shortest focus distance.
Read more: Fujifilm XF80mmF2.8 Macro lens review
Best affordable Fujifilm lens for portraits
This lens won’t give you such a tight depth of field as either edition of Fujifilm’s 56mm f/1.2 lens, but it’s a relatively inexpensive lens and is the next best thing for portraiture. If budget is your major issue, you'll find this lens to be more than capable for your portrait needs; f/2 isn't the widest aperture, but will still produce great bokeh for memorable images. The all-metal design helps the lens feel premium (arguably more premium than it actually is) and the full-frame equivalent focal length is about 76mm. The lack of optical image stabilization is a shame, and this combined with the slightly narrower aperture may mean you're using higher ISOs to get the shots you want.
Read more: Fujifilm XF50mm F2.0 R WR
Best Fujifilm nifty-fifty equivalent
Fujifilm's other great street lens, the XF35mm f2 R WR is much more affordable than its f/1.4 cousin, not to mention lighter. If you can deal with being restricted to f/2, and not having that low-light and bokeh-licious flexibility, this is a great lens. As is common with Fujifilm lenses, the image quality you get for your money really is impressive here. Autofocus too is very fast, in both video and stills, thanks to the stepping motor. For carrying around town, this lightweight and weather-sealed lens is an excellent choice. It feels great to use, too, with a metallic build and tactile aperture ring.
Best Fujifilm pancake lens
We’re big fans of the original Fujinon XF27mm lens, which was extremely slim and yet delivered extremely good edge-to-edge sharpness. This new one meets the same high standards but adds weatherproofing and, even better, a physical aperture ring. It’s a great lens in its own right and even better as a kit lens for the X-E4. Fujifilm’s promise of a fast and silent AF motor didn’t seem borne out by our lens, though, which was quick enough but noisy by modern standards. Never mind that, though, because if you're looking for a lens that's small enough to go in your pocket and sharp enough to blow you away, then this is it!
Read our full Fujinon XF27mmF2.8 R WR review for more details.
How to choose the best Fujifilm lens
What do the letters mean on Fujifilm lenses?
Firstly Fujifilm brands its lenses as Fujinon, but these lenses are still first-party lenses designed and manufactured by Fujifilm. There are two main classifications of Fujinon lenses: XC and XF. Both of these are designed for the APS-C Fujifilm X-mount (check out our separate guide to the best Fujifilm GF lenses for Fujifilm's selection of medium format glass).
If you're on a budget, then you'll likely be looking at the XC range of lenses. Designed to be compact and portable, XC glass is generally more affordable than XF options. If you have an entry-level Fujifilm camera, such as the Fujifilm X-A7 and Fujifilm X-T200, then XC lenses should be perfect for you.
Meanwhile, XF lenses are designed to deliver fantastic image quality and top performance. Featuring a more robust construction (usually with metal barrels and mounting plates), XF lenses are typically a little more expensive than their XC counterparts.
For those photographers looking for the very best in optical quality, there are three 'Red Badge' XF zoom lenses. These are designed to represent the best Fujifilm lenses in the X-mount line-up.
You may have also noticed that most Fujifilm lenses feature a string of letters after their name. If the lens has the letter 'R', then this means that it has a manual aperture ring, giving the user quick aperture control in manual and aperture-priority shooting modes. Meanwhile, other lettering can include 'WR' (Weather-Resistant), 'OIS' (Optical Image Stabilization), and 'LM' (Linear Motor), which means faster and smoother autofocus.
How we test Fujifilm lenses
We test lenses using both real world sample images and lab tests. Our lab tests are carried out scientifically in controlled conditions using the Imatest testing suite, which consists of custom charts and analysis software that measures resolution in line widths/picture height, a measurement widely used in lens and camera testing. We find the combination of lab and real-word testing works best, as each reveals different qualities and characteristics. See more on how we test and review at Digital Camera World.