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15 February 2022

OM Digital Solutions has added two new Pro lenses to its line-up, the M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f2.8 Pro II (24-80mm equivalent) and the M.Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm f4 Pro (80-300mm equivalent).

Both are weather-resistent designs that are dust-proof, splash-proof and freeze-proof. And they each have a flourine coating on the front element to reduce friction when cleaning.

WIDE ANGLE ZOOM

The successor to the 2013 Micro Four Thirds M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f2.8 Pro, the II offers improved image quality and weather-resistant performance thanks to the latest technologies with the brightness of f2.8 across the entire zoom range from a wide-angle 24mm equivalent to a mid-range telephoto 80mm equivalent.

Highlights

Highlights of the wide angle zoom include:

  • Micro Four Thirds system
  • 24-80mm (35mm equivalent)
  • Aperture Range: f2.8 to f22
  • Minimum focusing distance: 7.9 inches
  • 2 ED and 2 Aspherical elements
  • 1 EDA, 1 HD, 1 DSA, 2 HR lens elements
  • ZERO & Fluorine lens coatings
  • High-Speed MSC AF system
  • Rounded 7-blade diaphragm
  • Weather-resistant construction

Specifications

Specifications for the wide angle zoom include:

M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12-40mm f2.8 PRO II KIT LENS SPECIFICATIONS
Mount Micro Four Thirds
Focal Length 12 to 40mm (24 to 80mm equivalent)
Aperture f2.8 to f22
7 rounded aperture blades
Angle of View 84° to 30°
Minimum Focus 7.9 inches
Magnification 0.3x
Optical Design 14 elements in 9 groups
Autofocus Yes
Image Stabilization No
Filter Thread 62mm
Dimensions 2.8 x 3.3 inches
Weight 13.5 oz.

Price, Availability

OM Digital Solutions said the wide angle zoom would ship early in March for $999.99. Adorama and B&H are both now accepting pre-orders.

TELEPHOTO ZOOM

The compact, lightweight telephoto zoom lens covers a focal length range from a mid-range 80mm equivalent to a telephoto 300mm equivalent in a compact, lightweight design that features a fixed maximum aperture value of f4.0.

Highlights

Highlights of the telephoto zoom include:

  • Micro Four Thirds system
  • 80-300mm (35mm equivalent)
  • Aperture Range: f4 to f22
  • Minimum focusing distance: 27.6 inches
  • Two aspherical and two ED elements
  • One Super ED and One HR element
  • ZERO and Fluorine lens coating
  • High-Speed MSC AF system
  • Rounded 7-blade diaphragm
  • Weather-sealed construction

Specifications

Highlights of the telephoto zoom include:

M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 40-150mm f4 PRO LENS SPECIFICATIONS
Mount Micro Four Thirds
Focal Length 40mm to 150mm (80mm to 300mm equivalent)
Aperture f4 to f22
7 rounded diaphragm blades
Angle of View 30° to 8.2°
Minimum Focus 27.6 inches
Magnification 0.41x
Optical Design 15 elements in 9 groups
Autofocus Yes
Image Stabilization No
Filter Thread 62mm
Dimensions 2.7 x 3.9 inches
Weight 13.5 oz.

Price, Availability

OM Digital Solutions said the telephoto zoom would ship early in March for $899.99. Adorama and B&H are both now accepting pre-orders.

Introducing A 'New Classic' Standard Zoom Lens and the World's Most Compact, Lightweight Telephoto Zoom Lens

M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f2.8 Pro II and M.Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm f4.0 Pro

BETHLEHEM, Penn. -- OM Digital Solutions is pleased to announce two new Micro Four Thirds System standard compliant M.Zuiko Pro lenses:

  • M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f2.8 Pro II (35mm equivalent: 24-80mm) is a high-performance, standard zoom lens featuring the brightness of f2.8 across the entire zoom range from wide-angle 24mm equivalent to mid-range telephoto 80mm equivalent. This is the successor to the popular classic Micro Four Thirds M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f2.8 Pro standard zoom lens (released Nov. 29, 2013) and offers improved image quality and weather-resistant performance thanks to the latest technologies.
  • M.Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm f4.0 Pro (35mm equivalent: 80-300mm) is a compact, lightweight telephoto zoom lens that covers a broad focal length range from mid-range 80mm equivalent to telephoto 300mm equivalent. This high-performance M.Zuiko Pro lens is the world's most compact, lightweight model, featuring a fixed maximum aperture value of f4.0.

AVAILABLE WITH BOTH LENSES

Reliable weather-resistant performance for stress-free shooting even in punishing environments

• Advanced IP53 dust-proof and splash-proof performance and freeze-proof performance to 14°F

Both lenses clear the IPX3 and higher splash-proof tests, far exceeding the conventional IPX1 rating, as well as dust-proof tests. Both feature IP53 dust-proof and splash-proof performance for peace of mind in even more punishing conditions. They can also function in low-temperature environments down to 14°F and pairing these lenses with a dust-proof, splash-proof and freeze-proof camera body makes it possible to continue shooting in punishing environments such as rain, snow and even dusty environments with peace of mind.

• Fluorine coating added

In addition to water, oil and dust repellent performance, the fluorine coating on the front-most lens reduces friction. Both lenses can easily be cleaned with a blower or cloth when dirty, allowing users to continue shooting immediately.

MAIN FEATURES: M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f2.8 Pro II

1. Further improved high image quality and a compact, lightweight design in a standard zoom lens with a fixed maximum aperture of f2.8

• Opticaldesignwith14elementsinninegroupsforexcellentresolution across the entire zoom range

This model uses an optical design with 14 elements in nine groups (one EDA lens, two aspherical lenses, one DSA lens, two ED lenses, one HD lens, two HR lenses) with four aspherical lenses including a DSA lens effectively placed to achieve a compact, lightweight form and superior depictive performance expected of an M.Zuiko Pro lens. Effectively compensating for aberrations that occur when zooming, results in high resolution from the center to the edges of the frame across the entire zoom range, from wide-angle 24mm equivalent to mid-telephoto 80mm equivalent. This high-performance lens fully utilizes the high image quality performance of the camera body when using High Res Shot mode.

• Clearer, sharper imaging than ever before

The latest manufacturing techniques suppress surface scattering on aspherical lenses, significantly reducing flares compared to conventional products, resulting in clearer depictive performance. Optimal placement of coating, including ZERO (Zuiko Extra-low Reflection Optical) coating, improves resistance in backlit situations.

2. Versatile features for a wide range of applications, including macro shooting

• Close-up shooting performance with a maximum image magnification of 0.6x

This lens features a closest focusing distance of 20 cm across the entire zoom range. At the wide-angle end, users can enjoy macro shooting with an enhanced sense of perspective and at the telephoto end a maximum image magnification of 0.6x that rivals half-macro lenses, for authentic close-up shooting. The lens is capable of various styles of macro shooting and includes support for Focus Stacking which is useful for close-up shooting.

• An MSC mechanism enables high-speed, silent AF

The compact, lightweight focusing unit consisting of two cemented lenses is powered by a linear motor driving MSC (Movie and Still Compatible) mechanism, resulting in high-speed, silent AF. This design makes shooting still images and videos easy. The lens is capable of approximately 50 fps (AF/AE tracking) sequential shooting when paired with the new OM SYSTEM OM-1, thanks to advanced camera control technology.

• Superb controls for quick setting changes

Pull the focus ring toward you to instantly switch to manual focus with the Manual Focus Clutch mechanism and use the L-Fn (lens function) button to control the lens with a single finger. These features allow users to quickly switch settings as needed to continue shooting without delay.

PRICING & AVAILABILITY

M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f2.8 Pro II

  • $999.99; $1,299.99 CAD
  • Availability date: Early March

BUNDLED ACCESSORIES

LH-66D Lens Hood

This lens hood is designed exclusively for the M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f2.8 Pro and M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f2.8 Pro II. It reduces unwanted light entering the lens in backlit scenes and protects the lens.

MAIN FEATURES: M.Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm f4.0 Pro

1. The world's most compact, lightweight and high image quality telephoto zoom lens

• Excellent resolution across the entire zoom range from 80mm to 300mm

This lens uses the same fundamental structure as the M.Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm f2.8 Pro, which is well known for its high resolution and incorporates an optical design with 15 elements in nine groups (two ED lenses, one Super ED lens, one HR lens and two aspherical lenses). An effective layout of special lenses helps to thoroughly suppress chromatic aberration, which tends to occur with telephoto lenses and delivers high- resolution imaging from the maximum aperture value across the entire zoom range and frame while maintaining a compact and lightweight form. The lens also features ZERO (Zuiko Extra-low Reflection Optical) coating, thoroughly eliminating ghosts and flares for clear depictive performance even in difficult conditions such as backlit scenes. This high-performance lens fully utilizes the high image quality performance of the camera body even when using High Res Shot mode.

• The world's most compact, lightweight model delivers unrivaled portability and an inner zoom system improves usability

A retracting mechanism makes this the world's most compact, lightweight model as a fixed aperture value, 300mm equivalent (35mm equivalent) telephoto zoom lens, measuring approximately 99.4mm long (124mm long when in use) and weighing approximately 382 g, making it amazingly compact and lightweight. The lens was designed with a focus on ease of use when shooting and is equipped with a mechanism that makes it possible to retract and store the lens simply by turning the zoom ring. It also uses an inner zoom system that keeps the lens length the same across the entire focal length, suppressing center of gravity changes while zooming. Using compact, lightweight lenses in the front drastically reduces the feeling of heaviness, eliminating the long lens barrel and weight at the front of the lens, which is common to telephoto lenses, making shooting easier and more well-balanced.

2. Closest focusing distance of 70 cm (at all focal distances) and macro capabilities with a maximum image magnification of 0.41x

This model features a closest focusing distance of 70 cm across the entire zoom range, just like the M.Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm f2.8 Pro. At the telephoto end, close-up shooting is possible up to a maximum image magnification of 0.41x. Despite being a telephoto zoom, this lens also possesses superior close-up shooting performance for a wide range of applications. Focus Stacking3 is also supported, which captures multiple shots at different focal positions and then automatically composites the shot. When paired with a compatible camera, this mode allows you take macro photos that are completely in focus from the front to the back of the image.

PRICING & AVAILABILITY

M.Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm f4.0 Pro

  • $899.99; $1,149.99 CAD
  • Availability date: Early March

BUNDLED ACCESSORIES

LH-66E Lens Hood

This lens hood is specifically designed for the M.Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm f4.0 Pro. It reduces unwanted light entering the lens in backlit scenes and protects the lens.

LC-62-GB Lens Cap


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