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Zuiko Digital ED 50-200mm f/2.8-3.5 SWD
- 50-200mm
- f/2.8
- Zoom
- 995 g
- Min focus 1.2 m
Quick answer
A fast telephoto zoom for Four Thirds DSLRs with an SWD motor. It weighs about 995 g and takes 67mm filters.
Pros
- f/2.8-3.5 aperture
- SWD focus motor
- Weather-sealed build
- Compact for the range
Cons
- Variable aperture
- Discontinued, so used only
- Needs adapter on MFT
Verdict
A popular fast Four Thirds telephoto.
About this lens
The Olympus Zuiko Digital ED 50-200mm f/2.8-3.5 SWD is a short-telephoto zoom lens covering 50-200mm at f/2.8-3.5 for Four Thirds mount cameras, with extra-low dispersion glass. The range suits portraits and general telephoto work.
Olympus Zuiko Digital ED 50-200mm f/2.8-3.5 SWD specifications
- Brand
- Olympus
- Mount
- Four Thirds
- Focal length
- 50-200mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/2.8
- Lens type
- Zoom
- Minimum focus distance
- 1.2 m
- Filter thread
- 67 mm
- Weight
- 995 g
- Length
- 157 mm
- Diameter
- 87 mm
Specification source: wikidata.org
What can you shoot with the Olympus Zuiko Digital ED 50-200mm f/2.8-3.5 SWD?
- Sports and wildlife
- Portraits
- Four Thirds general telephoto
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 | 100–400mm | 5.2–20.4° | 6.2–24.4° |
Frequently asked questions
What does SWD add to the Olympus 50-200mm?
SWD gives faster, quieter autofocus than the original 50-200mm without SWD.
Does it work on Micro Four Thirds?
Yes, with a Four Thirds to Micro Four Thirds adapter, though autofocus can be slower on non-DSLR bodies.
What filter size does it use?
It uses a 67mm thread. If your other lenses use a different size, step-up rings let you share filters.
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