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Quick answer
Compact 50mm f/1.8 manual normal lens from the Olympus OM system.
Pros
- Very compact
- Easy to adapt
- Metal build
Cons
- Soft wide open
- Manual focus
Verdict
Think of it as a small classic for adapting.
About this lens
The Olympus OM Zuiko Auto-S 50mm f/1.8 is a fast manual-focus standard prime lens covering 50mm at f/1.8 for Olympus OM mount cameras. A classic manual-focus standard lens for Olympus OM film cameras.
Olympus OM Zuiko Auto-S 50mm f/1.8 specifications
- Brand
- Olympus
- Mount
- Olympus OM
- Focal length
- 50mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/1.8
- Lens type
- Prime
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Optical construction
- 6 elements in 5 groups
- Autofocus motor
- none
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.45 m
- Filter thread
- 49 mm
- Weight
- 170 g
Specification source: en.wikipedia.org
What can you shoot with the Olympus OM Zuiko Auto-S 50mm f/1.8?
- Film OM cameras
- Adapted mirrorless shooting
- Everyday carry
Its fast maximum aperture helps in dim light and gives good subject separation.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor (adapted mount, so sensor size depends on your camera). Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full frame | 1.0x | 50mm | 39.6° | 46.8° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 75mm | 27° | 32.2° |
| Micro Four Thirds | 2.0x | 100mm | 20.4° | 24.4° |
Frequently asked questions
Can I adapt an OM lens to mirrorless?
Yes. OM adapters are common, so it can be used on most mirrorless cameras, focusing manually.
Is the Olympus OM Zuiko Auto-S 50mm f/1.8 small?
Yes. OM lenses are known for being compact, and this 50mm is small and light.
Does the Olympus OM Zuiko Auto-S 50mm f/1.8 autofocus?
No. It is a manual-focus lens, so you focus using the lens barrel.
Alternatives for Olympus OM from other brands
All Olympus OM lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
