M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-400mm F4.5 TC 1.25x IS PRO
- 150-400mm
- f/4.5
- Telephoto Zoom
- Stabilized
- 1875 g
- Min focus 1.3 m
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Quick answer
A professional 300-800mm-equivalent super-telephoto zoom for Micro Four Thirds with a built-in 1.25x teleconverter. It weighs about 1,875 g and takes 95mm filters.
Pros
- Constant f/4.5 aperture
- Built-in 1.25x teleconverter
- Optical stabilization
- Weather-sealed build
Cons
- Heavy at about 1,875 g
- Large and heavy to carry
- Minimum focus 1.3 m
Verdict
A professional lens for MFT wildlife shooters. The built-in teleconverter lever is a distinctive feature.
About this lens
Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-400mm F4.5 TC 1.25x IS PRO: a telephoto zoom lens with a 150-400mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/4.5, made for Micro Four Thirds mount cameras, with extra-low dispersion glass. The range suits sports, wildlife, events and portraits.
Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-400mm F4.5 TC 1.25x IS PRO specifications
- Brand
- Olympus
- Mount
- Micro Four Thirds
- Focal length
- 150-400mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/4.5
- Lens type
- Telephoto Zoom
- Image stabilization
- Yes
- Minimum focus distance
- 1.3 m
- Filter thread
- 95 mm
- Weight
- 1875 g
- Length
- 214 mm
- Diameter
- 116 mm
Specification source: wikidata.org
What can you shoot with the Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-400mm F4.5 TC 1.25x IS PRO?
- Professional wildlife
- Sports and aviation
- Motorsport
Its smaller maximum aperture favours daylight shooting and keeps the lens compact.
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 | 300–800mm | 2.6–6.9° | 3.1–8.2° |
Frequently asked questions
How does the built-in teleconverter on the Olympus 150-400mm work?
A lever on the lens switches a 1.25x teleconverter into the optical path, turning 150-400mm f/4.5 into about 188-500mm f/5.6 without a lens swap.
What is the equivalent reach of the Olympus 150-400mm?
300-800mm in full-frame terms, or 1,000mm with the teleconverter engaged.
Does it have image stabilization?
Yes. Optical stabilization is built into the lens and helps keep handheld shots steady at slower shutter speeds.
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