Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm 1:4-5.6

Micro Four Thirds (MFT/M43)

Review

The Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm 1:4-5.6 lens is a versatile telephoto zoom lens designed for Micro Four Thirds cameras. It offers a wide range of focal lengths, making it suitable for various types of photography such as portraits, sports, and wildlife.

Focal Length and Aperture

With a minimum focal length of 40mm and a maximum focal length of 150mm, this lens covers a decent range of telephoto zoom. It has a maximum aperture of f/4 at the minimum zoom and f/5.6 at the maximum zoom, which is decent for low-light situations and achieving a shallow depth of field.

Autofocus

This lens features autofocus, which is useful for capturing fast-moving subjects and achieving accurate focus in various shooting conditions. The autofocus is fast and reliable, making it easy to capture sharp images.

Image Stabilization

It's important to note that this lens does not have optical image stabilization. This means that you may need to use a tripod or higher shutter speeds to compensate for camera shake when shooting in low light or at longer focal lengths.

Build Quality and Size

The Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm 1:4-5.6 lens has a high-quality build, with 12 elements in 9 groups, and is designed to be compact and lightweight, weighing in at only 190 grams. Its size is also compact, with a diameter of 64mm and a length of 86mm, making it easy to carry around.

Filter Diameter

This lens has a filter diameter of 58mm, which is a common size and allows for easy access to a wide range of filters, such as UV, polarizers, and ND filters.

Conclusion

Overall, the Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm 1:4-5.6 lens is a versatile telephoto zoom lens that offers a wide range of focal lengths and a decent aperture range. Its autofocus is fast and reliable, and its build quality is high. However, it's important to note that it does not have optical image stabilization. If you're looking for a lightweight and compact telephoto zoom lens for your Micro Four Thirds camera, the Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm 1:4-5.6 lens is definitely worth considering.