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M.Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm f/2.8 PRO
- 40-150mm
- f/2.8
- Zoom
- 880 g
- Min focus 0.7 m
Quick answer
A weather-sealed 80-300mm-equivalent telephoto zoom for Micro Four Thirds with a constant f/2.8 aperture. It weighs about 880 g, takes 72mm filters and supports Olympus teleconverters.
Pros
- Constant f/2.8
- Weather-sealed build
- Teleconverter support
- Manual-focus clutch
Cons
- Not stabilized itself
- Heavier than other MFT lenses
Verdict
The standard telephoto zoom for serious Micro Four Thirds shooters. It is far lighter than a full-frame equivalent.
About this lens
This 40-150mm f/2.8 fast standard zoom lens from Olympus fits Micro Four Thirds mount cameras, with extra-low dispersion glass. A weather-sealed professional telephoto zoom for Micro Four Thirds with a constant f/2.8 aperture.
Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm f/2.8 PRO specifications
- Brand
- Olympus
- Mount
- Micro Four Thirds
- Focal length
- 40-150mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/2.8
- Lens type
- Zoom
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.7 m
- Filter thread
- 72 mm
- Weight
- 880 g
- Length
- 160 mm
- Diameter
- 79 mm
Specification source: wikidata.org
What can you shoot with the Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm f/2.8 PRO?
- Sports and wildlife
- Portraits at distance
- Events and weddings
Its bright maximum aperture handles indoor and evening light reasonably well.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Micro Four Thirds | 2.0x | 80–300mm | 6.9–25.4° | 8.2–30.3° |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Olympus 40-150mm f/2.8 PRO work with teleconverters?
Yes. It works with Olympus's MC-14 and MC-20 teleconverters, extending reach at the cost of light and some autofocus speed.
Is the Olympus 40-150mm f/2.8 stabilized?
The lens has no optical stabilization of its own, but Olympus bodies stabilize the sensor, and the pair works well together.
What filter size does it use?
It uses a 72mm thread. If your other lenses use a different size, step-up rings let you share filters.
Alternatives for Micro Four Thirds from other brands
All Micro Four Thirds lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
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