Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 30mm F3.5 Macro vs Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 60mm F2.8 Macro
Micro Four Thirds
Both M.Zuiko lenses are true macros for Micro Four Thirds, but they differ in magnification and working distance. The 30mm f/3.5 Macro (60 mm in full frame terms) reaches a magnification of 1.25x (2.5x in full frame terms) and focuses down to about 9.5 cm. The working distance between front lens and subject is then only about 14 mm. The 60mm f/2.8 Macro (120 mm in full frame terms) reproduces 1:1 (2x in full frame terms), is dust-, splash- and freeze-proof and has a focus limiter. It gives you more distance to the subject and is faster at f/2.8.
Which one suits whom?
- 30mm: You want strong magnification in a small lens, for example for plants, coins or product shots at close range.
- 60mm: You photograph shy insects or work outdoors in wind and weather and need distance and weather protection.
Key differences
- Focal length: 30 mm on the Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 30mm F3.5 Macro, 60 mm on the Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 60mm F2.8 Macro.
- The Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 60mm F2.8 Macro is faster: f/2.8 instead of f/3.5, about 0.7 stops more light.
- The Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 30mm F3.5 Macro is 57 g lighter (128 g vs 185 g).
- The Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 30mm F3.5 Macro is 22 mm shorter.
- The Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 30mm F3.5 Macro focuses closer: from 10 cm instead of 19 cm.
Specs side by side
The key specs of both lenses side by side.
| Lens | Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 30mm F3.5 Macro | Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 60mm F2.8 Macro |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 30 mm | 60 mm |
| Max. aperture | f/3.5 | f/2.8 |
| Weight | 128 g | 185 g |
| Filter diameter | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Min. focus distance | 10 cm | 19 cm |
| Length | 60 mm | 82 mm |
| Autofocus | yes | yes |
| Image stabilization | no | no |
Size comparison
- Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 30mm F3.5 Macro: 60 × 57 mm
- Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 60mm F2.8 Macro: 82 × 56 mm
Side view to the same scale, length × diameter (without lens hood).