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Olympus Announces Lightweight Super-Telephoto Zoom
4 August 2020
Olympus has announced the M.Zuiko Digital ED 100-400mm f5.0-6.3 IS lens featuring a relatively compact and lightweight design covering a 200mm to 800mm equivalent focal range in the Micro Four Thirds format.
The lens features the same dustproof and splashproof performance as the M.Zuiko Pro lens series and when paired with the M.Zuiko Digital 2x Teleconverter MC-20, delivers up to 1600mm equivalent1 super telephoto shooting (see chart in the news release below).
The lens also offers superior autofocus performance and in-lens image stabilization.
HIGHLIGHTS
Highlights of the new zoom include:
- 200mm-800mm equivalent range
- Aperture range: f5 to f22
- Two Super HR elements, Two HR elements
SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications for the 100-400mm optic include:
OLYMPUS 100-400mm f5.0-6.3 LENS SPECIFICATIONS Mount Micro Four Thirds Focal Length 100mm to 400mm
35mm Equivalent: 200mm to 800mmAperture Maximum: f5 to f6.3
Minimum: f22
9 rounded diaphragm bladesAngle of View 12° to 3.1° Minimum Focus 4.27 feet Magnification 0.57x Optical Design 21 elements in 15 groups
2 Super HR elements, 2 HR elementsAutofocus Yes Image Stabilization Yes Filter Thread 72mm Dimensions 3.4 x 8.1 inches Weight 2.46 lbs. PRICE, AVAILABILITY
Olympus said the 100-400 f5.0-6.3 IS lens will be available for $1,499.99 on Sept. 8. Adorama and B&H are both now accepting pre-orders.
INTRODUCING THE OLYMPUS M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 100-400mm f5.0-6.3 IS LENS
A Superior Compact, Lightweight Super telephoto Zoom Lens Offering 200-800mm Focal Length (35mm Equivalent)
CENTER VALLEY, Pa. -- Olympus has announced the M.Zuiko Digital ED 100-400mm f5.0-6.3 IS lens, an ultra-compact, lightweight super-telephoto zoom lens that covers a broad telephoto focal length of 200-800mm equivalent and is compliant with the Micro Four Thirds System standard. This lens features the same dustproof and splashproof performance as the M.Zuiko PRO lens series and when paired with the M.Zuiko Digital 2x Teleconverter MC-20, delivers up to 1600mm equivalent1 super telephoto shooting. This lens offers superior autofocus performance, even handheld and in-lens image stabilization for the optimal shooting experience.
Compact, Lightweight Design
Despite being a 200-800mm equivalent super telephoto zoom lens, the Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 100-400mm f5.0-6.3 IS lens is compact and lightweight, with a length of 205.7mm, a weight of 1,120 g6 and a filter diameter of 72mm. The M.Zuiko Digital ED 100-400mm f5.0-6.3 IS lens is capable of 200-800mm equivalent1 telephoto shooting on its own, which can be further extended when paired with the optional (sold separately) M.Zuiko Digital 1.4x Teleconverter MC-14 or the M.Zuiko Digital 2x Teleconverter MC-20, for up to 1600mm equivalent1, making it possible to zoom in close on subjects that are difficult to approach, such as birds and wildlife and delivering flattening effects for shooting that is unique to a super telephoto lens. The closest focusing distance across the entire zoom range is 1.3m and the maximum image magnification is 0.57x1 allowing superb telemacro performance when photographing small subjects such as insects and flowers. Focus Stacking2 is also supported. This feature captures multiple shots at different focal positions and automatically composites a single photo with a large depth of field that is in focus from the foreground to background.
Focal length
35mm equivalentAperture Value
Max Image Magnification
35mm equivalentM.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 100-400mm f5.0-6.3 IS
200mm-800mm
(100mm-400mm)f5.0-F6.3
x0.57
(x0.29)With 1.4x Teleconverter MC-14
280mm-1,120mm
(140mm-560mm)f7.1-F9.0
x0.81
(x0.4)With 2.0x Teleconverter MC-20
400mm-1600mm
(200mm-800mm)f10-F13
x1.15
(x0.57)Superb Performance
The optical system of the Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 100-400mm f5.0-6.3 IS lens features a combination of four ED lenses3 for suppressing color bleeding, two Super HR lenses4 and two HR lenses5 for bright, clear depictive performance to the edges of the image across the entire zoom range. ZERO (Zuiko Extra-low Reflection Optical) Coating is used to reduce ghosting and flaring, for clear image quality, even in poor, backlit conditions. Extensive hermetic sealing on the entire lens barrel delivers the same high level of dustproof and splashproof performance as the M.Zuiko PRO series for peace of mind when shooting in any environment.
Superior Autofocus
A rear focus system is employed to drive this lightweight focusing lens, for fast, high-precision autofocus performance. This lens is also equipped with four functional switches, designed to support handheld shooting, including a Focus Limiter switch for AF operation selection, ranging between three levels, according to the focusing distance, allowing for quick focusing and comfortable shooting, even in the super telephoto range. In-lens image stabilization on/off delivers stable handheld super telephoto shooting, an AF/MF switch and a zoom locking switch.
Pricing, Availability & Specifications
The Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 100-400 f5.0-6.3 IS lens will be available for $1,499.99 (U.S.)/$2,199.99. To pre-order, visit a participating local authorized retailer or http://www.getolympus.com. Shipping will begin Sept. 8. Visit the Web site for detailed product specifications: https://www.getolympus.com/lenses/m-zuiko-digital-ed-100-400mm-f5-0-6-3-is.html.