HEAD CLARITY BEYOND COMPARISON MICRO FOUR THIRDS SYSTEM LENS LINE-UP 1 I have a passion for the great outdoors, wildlife, travel and the more adventurous side of life. Photographing what I see has become an obsession. Greg Bottle OLYMPUS Visionary UK 2 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS 06 24 Micro Four Thirds System Lens Line-up The broad spectrum of high-quality M.ZUIKO lenses for the Micro Four Thirds 10 28 (MFT) System delivers pristine optics with every photo or film. 06 24 Why M.ZUIKO? M.ZUIKO 10 28 OLYMPUS system cameras Accessories 12 30 12 30 M.ZUIKO Pro Specifications 18 34 M.ZUIKO Premium MyOLYMPUS 18 34 4 5 WHY M.ZUIKO? Expert craftsmanship: Advanced lens system: Lens quality coveted worldwide. Ideal composition for any situation. Eighty years ago, when the ZUIKO line-up The M.ZUIKO lens line-up caters to the Micro a lightweight and compact housing. of high-quality lenses first hit the market, Four Thirds (MFT) lens system: compact size, At the same time, they are ideal for all professional photographers around the world light weight, more shooting freedom, high genres of photography thanks to their were amazed at the vibrancy and precision of image quality and ease of use are just some of pristine optical performance, robust con- OLYMPUS optical performance. These advan- the advantages of this established standard. struction and excellent image rendering. tages can still be seen today – in cutting-edge M.ZUIKO lenses, especially engineered for With more than 20 different interchangeable The possibilities for exploring creative today’s advanced OM-D and PEN cameras. lenses available, photographers of all levels – options and taking photography to a from hobbyists to professionals – have new level are virtually endless. M.ZUIKO lenses are the result of decades access to a comprehensive line-up of MFT of OLYMPUS experience and heritage in System lenses for any shooting situation. optics. They not only embody the OLYMPUS The specially crafted lens elements form commitment to uncompromising image For serious photo assignments, pleasurable a harmonious composition for the quality – they also deliver the precision and holidays or creative shots near home: perfect lens and its purpose. high speed that professional and enthusiast M.ZUIKO lenses are highly portable, with photographers alike have come to expect. Photographers value M.ZUIKO lenses for good reason: they know these lenses strictly comply with high OLYMPUS standards. From advanced fabrication techniques to elaborate A passion for craftsmanship is at the heart of each M.ZUIKO lens. lens measuring technology and exact lens assembly processes – every step in making an M.ZUIKO lens reality is precisely planned and carried out with expert craftsmanship. Whether an M.ZUIKO Pro, M.ZUIKO Premium or M.ZUIKO lens – prime, zoom, telemacro or fisheye model – each element of the lens has been expertly crafted to deliver pristine image quality at any focal length. With a solid metal or sophisticated finish and timeless aesthetics, M.ZUIKO lenses prove to be precision instruments that can be used and appreciated for years to come. 6 7 WHY M.ZUIKO? Innovative DSA engineering: Unique ZERO coating or Z Coating Nano: Extremely accurate reproduction. Clear, sharp optical rendering. Sculpted for the finest in camera lens optics: The production of the perfect DSA lens requires To minimise hard-to-prevent artifacts such as helps maintain the lens’ low reflectivity by the Dual Super Aspherical (DSA) lens element, mould precision two times that of standard ghosts and flares, the surfaces of the most preventing scratches and degradation due the first of its kind in the world to be series lenses, super-accurate measuring equipment essential lens elements are equipped with the to the enhanced strength and durability produced by a camera manufacturer.* The and computer programs. To prevent the DSA special OLYMPUS ZERO (ZUIKO Extra-low made possible by vacuum deposition. high-end manufacturing technique employed by lens from cracking as it cools down during the Reflection Optical) coating. This unique the optical experts at OLYMPUS has led to the moulding process, OLYMPUS developed its technology cuts the reflectance of wave- The latest M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 300mm 1:4.0 creation of this highly advanced lens element. own heat control technology, which controls lengths to ensure clear imaging performance IS PRO lens features the newest coating the temperature of the mould and lens by the even under unfavourable conditions, such technology: Z Coating Nano. It significantly Lens elements featuring Z coating Nano This DSA lens element lets OLYMPUS achieve degree even at temperatures up to 600°C. as when shooting against the light. reduces ghosts and flares that occur during the seemingly impossible – a curved lens back-lit shooting, while providing sharp, Lens elements featuring ZERO coating element which is thinner at the centre than *In 2011, OLYMPUS was the world’s first The ZERO coating is an application of the clear image quality. This new technology is it is at the edge. It unites extremely high camera manufacturer to produce DSA thin film control technology that OLYMPUS particularly effective for strong light sources refraction ratios with the ability to compensate lens elements in series production and developed for the multilayer film deposition on the screen when shooting. for aberrations. The result is an extremely build them into photographic lenses. technology for microscopes. As well as accurate reproduction of the scene or offering clear images, this technology also subject, just as the photographer desires. Clever MSC mechanism: Fast focusing performance. The MSC (Movie & Still Compatible) mechanism incorporated in most M.ZUIKO lenses* is the fruit of advanced optical design technology. The inner focusing system that incorporates the MSC mechanism employs intelligent lens adjusting technology to deliver smooth auto- focusing with high speed and low noise. The smooth autofocusing promises comfortable, stress-free shooting of films as well as stills. *All OLYMPUS lenses feature the MSC mechanism except for the M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 17mm 1:2.8 Pancake lens (as of April 2016) OLYMPUS lenses with DSA element M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 7–14mm 1:2.8 PRO M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12mm 1:2.0 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 9–18mm 1:4.0-5.6 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12–40mm 1:2.8 PRO M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 17mm 1:1.8 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12–50mm 1:3.5–6.3 EZ M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12-100mm 1:4.0 IS PRO M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 30mm 1:3.5 MACRO M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 14–150mm 1:4.0–5.6 II 8 9 Share your passion. Revolutionary. In every way. For every gorgeous look there’s the PEN E-PL8. Merging ease-of-use The E-M1 Mark II is the tool of choice for professional photogra- with classic curves and contrasting leather and metal, this OLYMPUS phers who have the need for ultimate high speed. With super-fast camera makes it truly a pleasure to be passionate about creativity sequential shooting, mobility beyond compare for this camera class, and capture personal expression with breathtaking beauty. and excellent image quality, it has what it takes – and more. Essential zoom lens for every day Constant aperture in a superb build M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 14–42mm 1:3.5–5.6 II R M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12–40mm 1:2.8 PRO Selfies, street fashion, food creations – versatile Engineered to meet the needs of professional photographers, this shooting is a given with this slim lens. The ex- bright-aperture lens achieves unbelievably fast AF to deliver high- ceptionally fast, quiet autofocus ensures brilliant grade image creation for a wide range of photographic styles. stills and movies with exceptional image quality. This beauty is a beast. A timeless design wrapped in an extraordinary textured body: the OLYMPUS PEN-F. The result of 80 years of camera history and technical innovations, it is a pure expression of style. Wide scenes at high performance M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12mm 1:2.0 Perfect for landscape or architecture photography, this lens delivers superb optical clarity and precision in low-light situations and places where flashes or tripods are neither Unparalleled optical performance allowed nor practical. M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 8mm FISHEYE PRO 1:2.8 Quam remolup tatectem harion remquat qui dolupicidi inciunt abora cum iuscipsunt ut fugit doluptamus, et odi sit a volupti uscius evelique modis voluptatem commolendent evene sunt. 10 11 HEAD Luigi Rotondaro OLYMPUS Visionary Switzerland Ready to handle the most demanding photography. Excellent image quality The carefully sculpted lens elements have been combined with high optical performance to deliver breathtaking results with any creative vision. Robust, high-grade build The dust/splash/freezeproof construction of M.ZUIKO Pro lenses caters for professional use – ready for any photo assignment at any time of the year. Compact, lightweight portability Lighter and slimmer than D-SLR lenses, M.ZUIKO Pro models deliver high-standard imaging quality for photography anywhere in the world. 12 13 HEAD Nicolas Armer OLYMPUS Visionary Germany Rich image quality and beauty. High-speed prime lens delivering beautiful bokeh effects M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 25mm 1:1.2 PRO (35mm equiv. = 50mm) The special lens system provides striking image quality with edge-to- edge sharpness. It removes virtually all types of aberration and reduces fringe for carefree use at maximum aperture. The compact focusing system enables highly precise AF, ideal for capturing beautiful bokeh with nearly circular and natural-coloured effects – even at night. 25mm F1:1.2 Distance from the centre of the image (mm) New heights of creativity and freedom. Compact universal lens perfect for travel photography M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12–100mm 1:4.0 IS PRO (35mm equiv.