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Zuiko Digital ED 14-35mm F2.0 SWD
- 14-35mm
- f/2.0
- Wide Zoom
- 915 g
- Min focus 0.35 m
Quick answer
The flagship constant f/2 standard zoom of the Four Thirds DSLR system. It weighs about 915 g, takes 77mm filters and has a silent SWD focus motor.
Pros
- Constant f/2 aperture
- SWD focus motor
- Weather-sealed build
- Super High Grade optics
Cons
- Heavy at about 915 g
- Discontinued, so used only now
- Four Thirds mount has limited modern body support
Verdict
A highly regarded lens for E-system users. On Micro Four Thirds it needs an adapter.
About this lens
This 14-35mm f/2.0 fast wide-angle zoom lens from Olympus fits Four Thirds mount cameras, with extra-low dispersion glass. It covers wide angles for landscapes, interiors and architecture.
Olympus Zuiko Digital ED 14-35mm F2.0 SWD specifications
- Brand
- Olympus
- Mount
- Four Thirds
- Focal length
- 14-35mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/2.0
- Lens type
- Wide Zoom
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.35 m
- Filter thread
- 77 mm
- Weight
- 915 g
- Length
- 123 mm
- Diameter
- 86 mm
Specification source: wikidata.org
What can you shoot with the Olympus Zuiko Digital ED 14-35mm F2.0 SWD?
- Professional events
- Portraits
- Low-light work on Four Thirds
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. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Micro Four Thirds | 2.0x | 28–70mm | 28.8–65.5° | 34.3–75.4° |
Frequently asked questions
Can the Olympus 14-35mm f/2.0 SWD be used on Micro Four Thirds?
Yes, with a Four Thirds to Micro Four Thirds adapter such as the MMF series, though autofocus may be slower on bodies without phase detection.
What does SWD mean?
SWD stands for Supersonic Wave Drive, Olympus's ultrasonic ring-type focus motor.
What filter size does it use?
The filter thread is 77mm, so standard 77mm polarizers and ND filters screw straight onto the front.
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