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FUJIFILM MKX18-55mm T2.9 Lens (FUJIFILM X)

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FUJIFILM MKX18-55mm T2.9 Lens (FUJIFILM X)
Key Features
  • Covers Super 35 Format
  • Fuji X-Mount with Electrical Contacts
  • Consistent T2.9 Aperture Over Zoom Range
  • 3 x Standard 0.8 MOD Gears
The Fujinon MKX18-55mm T2.9 Lens in X-Mount is a lightweight cine-style zoom lens for X-mount cameras with a Super 35mm-sized sensor. The electrical contacts within the lens mounts allows communication with X-series cameras. It features a mechanical design with three independent lens control rings: focus, iris, and zoom. Each ring incorporates a cine-style gear with a 0.8 MOD for interfacing with standard cine -style lens accessories. The focus ring features approximately 200° of rotation, which provides room for precise focus pulls, and the iris is clickless, enabling smooth iris pulls. The lens also incorporates a macro mode for close focusing capabilities.
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FUJIFILM MK18-55mm T2.9 Overview

The Fujinon MKX18-55mm T2.9 Lens in X-Mount is a lightweight cine-style zoom lens for X-mount cameras with a Super 35mm-sized sensor. The electrical contacts within the lens mounts allows communication with X-series cameras. It features a mechanical design with three independent lens control rings: focus, iris, and zoom. Each ring incorporates a cine-style gear with a 0.8 MOD for interfacing with standard cine -style lens accessories. The focus ring features approximately 200° of rotation, which provides room for precise focus pulls, and the iris is clickless, enabling smooth iris pulls. The lens also incorporates a macro mode for close focusing capabilities.

The lens is color matched to other Fujinon lenses such as the HK, ZK, and XK series, which enables smooth intercutting between lenses. The 85mm front enables use with many cine-style matte boxes via use of optional step-up rings (rings not included). The lens weighs only 2.16 pounds, which is fairly light for a cinema zoom that holds focus and aperture throughout the focal length range. It is designed for cameras with a Fuji X-mount, so it has a short flange focal distance, but the lens allows for flange focal distance adjustment so you can fine-tune it to the camera you are using the lens on.

The electical contacts within the lens mount enables communication with X-series cameras, which allows for correction of distortion and color/brightness shading to prevent vignetting. This communication also enables you to achieve a variety of color expressions when using Film Simulation modes.
T2.9 to T22 aperture with 9 iris blades for attractive bokeh
The 28.5mm diameter image circle covers the 3-perf super 35 format with a 16:9 aspect ratio
Industry standard 0.8 film pitch gears for focus, zoom, and iris control
The gear rings positions for focus, zoom, and iris are located at the same position on both lenses in the MKX series, making switching between the two zooms quick as you don't have to adjust the position of lens accessories
Both lenses in the MKX series have the same weight and length so there is no need to rebalance your camera when you change from one lens to the other
200° focus barrel rotation
No shims are required to adjust the flange focal distance as this lens has a built-in adjustment mechanism
Macro focus function available
UPC: 074101037197

FUJIFILM MK18-55mm T2.9 Specs

Key Specs
Focal Length
18 to 55mm
Maximum Aperture
T2.9
Lens Mount
FUJIFILM X
Lens Format Coverage
Super35/APS-C (28.5 mm Image Circle)
Filter Thread
82 mm
Image Stabilization
No
Electronic Communication
Yes
Focal Length
18 to 55mm
Maximum Aperture
T2.9
Minimum Aperture
T22
Lens Mount
FUJIFILM X
Lens Format Coverage
Super35/APS-C (28.5 mm Image Circle)
Optical Design
22 Elements in 17 Groups
Filter Thread
82 mm
Zoom Ratio
3x
Minimum Focus Distance
2.8' / 0.9 m
Aperture/Iris Blades
9
Image Stabilization
No
Lens Mounting
1x 1/4"-20
Gear Standard
0.8 MOD
Gear Rotation
Focus: 200°
Electronic Communication
Yes
Diameter
Front: 3.3" / 85 mm
Length
8.12" / 20.62 cm
Weight
2.2 lb / 1 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
4.535 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
15.05 x 7.6 x 7.5"

FUJIFILM MK18-55mm T2.9 Reviews

Phenomenal

By David
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2024-12-24

I have both Fuji MKX lenses and wish they made a third longer throw version. The image quality is remarkable. There is a genuine, natural, warmth characteristic to the video, not too digital or over saturated or over-cranked detail. With the new wider color gamut using “F-Log2 C” on the XH2S/XH2 the image quality took another step up. The LUT Company nailed the REC709 grading for these cameras and the new color profile. Size aside, I do not feel compelled to shop for any prime cine lens. I have used these bare-bones, hand-held, just camera and lens, all the way up to a full-on rail system with mat box, focus and zoom motors. These are are manual lenses ONLY with no internal motors or electronics. When paired with the Fuji X-series cameras, aperture and focus scale are visible in the viewfinder/monitor. Both lenses are the exact same size, so swapping on a rail system mount means no adjustment of motors, et al. When I compare these lenses to my Fuji photography lenses, there is something more pleasing to the image quality, so I try to avoid my photo lenses for video shoots. Lastly, the focus, zoom and iris rings move smoothly with a comfortable amount of tension; small iris adjustments, while rolling, are almost imperceptible, the change is smooth and natural; not steppy.

Amazing Light Weight Cinema Zoom with Fujinon Quality

By Derek
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2018-11-05

The MKX18-55mm T2.9 represents a convergence of build quality, optical performance and price that the independent film market has been largely missing... until now. For the price of a single cinema prime you can now score an excellent par-focal zoom. And finally, you can do so without making compromises in quality.  When used on a FujiFilm body the lens data is recorded, and lens parameters  are also presented on the cameras display. The MKX series of lenses are true professional level lenses. While the lenses are optically pure, the images they produce have magic to them and never feel sterile. These lenses have mojo... and that attribute makes them a pleasure to film with. Prior to purchasing the MKX18-55, we did our homework. Looking at the other offerings from established manufacturers. After extensive research we found that only one lens offered the outstanding quality and optical excellence that we demanded... whilst having a size/weight and price that fit well with our projects. That lens was the MKX. We can highly recommend it. We do plan to also add the 50-135mm T2.9. But we wanted time to get to know the 18-55 before adding the second lens.

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Is this an active lens with electronic contacts ...

Is this an active lens with electronic contacts to communicate to an x-mount Fuji camera?
Asked by: NICHOLAS
I use both MKX lenses on Fuji XH2S’. aperture values are displayed in the viewfinder/rear monitor as well as focus distance scale.
Answered by: David
Date published: 2024-03-09

Can I change the mount to mft mount, so I can ...

Can I change the mount to mft mount, so I can switch this lens between my fuji and my gh5?
Asked by: Carlos Hugo
We're afraid not. Interchangeable mounts are not available for this product.
Answered by: Joe P
Date published: 2020-01-24

Though a cinema lens, how feasible is it to use ...

Though a cinema lens, how feasible is it to use this as a photography lens?
Asked by: Jeffrey
Sure, you can use the FUJIFILM MKX18-55mm T2.9 Lens (Fuji X-Mount) for photo work, just remember though that it is a fully manual lens, so it won't be compatible with auto focus, in camera lens control, and in camera meta data.
Answered by: Paige K
Date published: 2022-08-30

Can I change the mount to e mount, so I can ...

Can I change the mount to e mount, so I can switch this lens between my fuji and my sony's?
Asked by: Glen
That is not possible. You will not be able to change the mount on this lens to an E-Mount.
Answered by: Joe P
Date published: 2019-09-18

Has anyone balanced this on a DJI ronin (rs2 or ...

Has anyone balanced this on a DJI ronin (rs2 or similar)?
Asked by: Matthew
The FUJIFILM MKX18-55mm T2.9 Lens (Fuji X-Mount) fits well within the weigh limit for the DJI RS2/3. It will be very front heavy, so it's recommended to counterweight if needed. Smallrig offers such counterweights (SM3125).
Answered by: Jonathan S
Date published: 2023-03-27

Though made to cover super 35 sensor, will I ...

Though made to cover super 35 sensor, will I still experience a crop when using on super 35 cameras?
Asked by: Derick
Yes, this will be the equivalent of a 27 to 82.5mm lens after the standard 1.5x Crop Factor.
Answered by: Joe P
Date published: 2025-12-30

Can I use this with my Fuji XT3?

Can I use this with my Fuji XT3?
Asked by: Jerome
Yes, this is a Fuji X-Mount lens that will work with the X-T3.
Answered by: Joe P
Date published: 2020-10-29

Is this lens weather sealed?

Is this lens weather sealed?
Asked by: Monty
This lens is not weather sealed.
Answered by: Joe P
Date published: 2022-02-09
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