The Fujifilm X-T30 II uses the X mount, so it takes Fujifilm XF lenses and several third-party X-mount lenses. A small prime keeps the body compact, while a standard zoom or a telephoto adds flexibility for travel and distant subjects.
The six lenses below range from a 90 gram 23mm prime to a 70-300mm telephoto zoom. Specs come from each product’s listing page and are the makers’ own. We have not used these lenses ourselves, and several listings contain conflicting details, which we flag.
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What to Look For
| Feature | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Focal length | 23mm and 27mm suit street scenes; 35mm suits everyday and portraits; 70-300mm reaches far |
| Aperture | Lower f-numbers let in more light and blur backgrounds more |
| Weight and size | Small primes balance well on the compact X-T30 II body |
| Aperture ring | Most XF primes have one for direct control |
Specs at a Glance
| Lens | Focal length and aperture | Weight | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| XF16-50mm F2.8-4.8 R LM WR | 16-50mm (24-76mm equivalent); f/2.8-4.8 | 8.48 oz (240 g) | 2.8 in long; 0.24 m close focus |
| XF23mm F2.8 R WR | 23mm; f/2.8 | 90 g | 8 elements in 6 groups; 11-blade aperture; 20 cm close focus |
| XF27mm F2.8 R WR | 27mm; f/2.8 | 84 g | Aperture ring with lock button; 39mm filter size |
| XF35mm F2 R WR | 35mm (53mm equivalent); f/2 | Listing figure unclear | 9-blade aperture; 43mm filter size; about 13 in working distance |
| VILTROX 35mm f/1.7 XF | 35mm (53mm equivalent); f/1.7 | Not clear on page | STM autofocus; large aperture APS-C prime |
| XF70-300mm F4-5.6 LM OIS WR | 70-300mm (107-457mm equivalent) | 795 g | 17 elements in 12 groups; 67mm filter size; 0.83 m close focus |
The 6 Best Lenses for Fujifilm X-T30 II
1. Fujifilm Fujinon XF16-50mm F2.8-4.8 R LM WR
A standard zoom with a 24-76mm equivalent range, an internal zoom that keeps the length constant, a 0.24 m close focus, a 2.8 inch length and a weight of 240 g (0.53 lb), described by Fujifilm as supporting 40 megapixel sensors.
Suits: a one-lens walkaround setup. Strengths: small size and flexible range. Weaknesses: the aperture narrows to f/4.8. Skip it if you prefer a fast prime. The listing mentions optical stabilization, which we could not confirm.
View Fujifilm Fujinon XF16-50mm F2.8-4.8 R LM WR Lens on Amazon
2. Fujifilm Fujinon XF23mm F2.8 R WR
A pancake-style wide prime weighing 90 g and measuring 23mm long, with eight elements in six groups, two aspherical elements, an 11-blade aperture and a 20 cm close focusing distance.
Suits: street and travel use on a small body. Strengths: very small and light with close focus. Weaknesses: f/2.8 is not the fastest aperture. Skip it if you want strong background blur.
View FUJIFILM FUJINON XF23mmF2.8 R WR Lens Black on Amazon
3. Fujifilm Fujinon XF27mm F2.8 R WR
An 84 g pancake prime with a 39mm filter size and an aperture ring that can be set externally, plus a new lock button that holds the ring in the A position. Fujifilm positions it for street, portraits and travel.
Suits: a minimal everyday lens. Strengths: the lightest lens here and a lockable ring. Weaknesses: the listing’s focus type field reads manual, which conflicts with the text. Skip it if you want a wider aperture.
View Fujifilm Fujinon XF27mm F2.8 R WR Lens on Amazon
4. Fujifilm Fujinon XF35mm F2 R WR
A 35mm prime (53mm equivalent) with a 9-blade aperture, an inner focus system with a stated 0.08 second autofocus, Nano-GI coating to reduce flare, a 43mm filter size and a minimum working distance of about 13 inches.
Suits: portraits and everyday use. Strengths: f/2 and quick, quiet focus. Weaknesses: the listing’s stabilization and weight fields look wrong. Skip it if you want a smaller lens.
View Fujifilm Fujinon XF35mm F2 R WR Lens Black on Amazon
5. VILTROX 35mm f/1.7 XF
A third-party autofocus prime with an f/1.7 maximum aperture, an STM stepping motor, a 53mm equivalent field of view and a compatibility list that names the X-T30, X-T4, X-T5, X-S10, X-H2 and others.
Suits: low-light work with a fast aperture. Strengths: f/1.7 and a stepping motor. Weaknesses: the page lists the X-T30 but not the X-T30 II by name, and its details table says f/1.2. Skip it if you need confirmed compatibility.
View VILTROX 35mm f/1.7 XF Auto Focus APS-C Prime Lens for Fujifilm X-Mount on Amazon
6. Fujifilm Fujinon XF70-300mm F4-5.6 LM OIS WR
A telephoto zoom with 17 elements in 12 groups, two ED elements, optical image stabilization, a 107-457mm equivalent range, a 67mm filter size, a weight of 795 g and a 0.83 m close focus.
Suits: wildlife and distant scenes. Strengths: reach and stabilization. Weaknesses: the biggest lens here. Skip it if you want a light setup. The page shows F4-5.6 in the title and F4.5-5.6 in the text.
View Fujifilm Fujinon XF70-300mm F4-5.6 LM OIS WR Lens on Amazon
Care and Setup
- Check the lens is X mount before buying.
- Update the camera and lens firmware.
- Carry small primes in a pocket pouch to protect the front glass.
- Use a hood to reduce flare.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Buying a third-party lens without confirming body support.
- Trusting spec fields that conflict with the lens name.
- Choosing a long telephoto for a compact travel kit.
- Forgetting the crop factor when comparing focal lengths.
Fujifilm X-T30 II Lens FAQ
Do all XF lenses fit this camera?
XF lenses are X mount, and the X-T30 II uses the X mount.
What does the 53mm equivalent mean?
It is the field of view on the APS-C sensor compared with full frame.
The Short Version
For one lens, the XF16-50mm. For the smallest wide prime, the XF23mm. For the lightest, the XF27mm. For f/2 and everyday use, the XF35mm. For a fast third-party prime, the Viltrox 35mm, once body support is confirmed. For distant subjects, the XF70-300mm.
