The culmination of optical technologies cultivated over many years results in top-class super telephoto performance
and superb resolution as an ILC interchangeable lens.
It also supports telemacro shooting with a closest focusing distance of 1.3 m.
Covers a wide range of telephoto shooting equivalent to 300 to 1000mm[1]. Not only can it zoom in close on far-away subjects,
but the focal length can be adjusted to suit your shooting needs, resulting in exactly the composition you have in mind. Furthermore,
enjoy shooting up to a 2000 mm[1] focal length by attaching the 2x Teleconverter MC-20.
*1: 35mm equivalent focal length (mm) A lavish, 28 elements in 18 groups lens construction was adopted, including newly developed large-diameter EDA lenses and 4 Super ED lenses for excellent clarity across the entire zoom range, minimal color fringing and flares, and superb resolution to the edges of the image on a large-diameter lens with a fixed F4.5 aperture.
Lens construction diagram
1. Air Coating technology, Z Coating Nano, significantly reduces ghosts and flares for sharp, clear image quality. By adding a layer of nano-sized particles with a layer of air in the center to the surface of the lens, the coating achieves a refractive index similar to that of air for reduced surface reflections.
When using the built-in teleconverter that extends the focal length by 1.25x, you can enjoy 1000mm equivalent[1]/max. F5.6 super telephoto shooting. So that you never miss a shot, the built-in teleconverter can be quickly switched and locked without ever having to take your eye from the viewfinder. This lens is compatible with the optional Teleconverter MC-14/MC-20 that extends the focal length while keeping the high optical performance of the master lens. When combined with the 1.4x Teleconverter MC-14, you can shoot at a maximum 1400mm equivalent[1], and when combined with the 2x Teleconverter MC-20, you can shoot at a maximum 2000mm equivalent[1], for amazing super telephoto capabilities.
*1: Built-in teleconverter Close-up shooting performance with a closest focusing distance of 1.3 m (entire zoom range) and a maximum image magnification of 0.57x[1] is now possible while utilizing the super-telephoto lens. A maximum image magnification of 0.71x[1] is possible while using the built-in teleconverter for authentic telemacro shooting. This allows you the chance for close-up photography of subjects that are normally difficult to get close to.
Body: E-M1 Mark III, ISO250, 1/800 sec, 
*1: Minimum shooting distance, throughout the zoom range Increase maximum image magnification by attaching an Olympus teleconverter (sold separately). The teleconverter MC-14 allows you to shoot at a maximum image magnification of 1.01x[1] while the MC-20 increases magnification 1.43x[1].
When using Teleconverter MC-14: 1.01x[1]
When using Teleconverter MC-20 + built-in teleconverter: 1.43x[1]Focus Stacking is also supported, which captures multiple shots at different focal positions, then automatically composites the shot. Capture a photo with a large depths of field that is in focus from the foreground to background using the super telephoto macro range.
Compatible models: E-M1X* / E-M1 Mark II* / E-M1 Mark III* / E-M5 Mark III* A compact, lightweight design of less than 1.9 kg in the form of a super-telephoto lens. This model features superb weather-resistant performance for use in any field.
Utilizing optimal materials such as magnesium alloy, carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) and carbon fiber across the entire lens helps maintain strength and precision while keeping the design compact and lightweight at a length of 314.3 mm and weight of 1,875 g[2]. This model also employs an inner zoom system so the lens length remains the same across the entire zoom range, ensuring that the lens balance is always stable for shooting. A lightweight carbon fiber lens hood is used to ensure that the center of gravity of the lens does not shift toward the end when the lens hood is used.
*1: Carbon fiberEven with a lens mounted, the OM-D E-M1X weighs about 3 kg (body approx. 1kg, lens approx. 2kg)- about half that of a full-size DSLR system. This makes not only handheld super telephoto shooting possible but it also reduces the burden of framing and panning as you shoot.
*1: Competitor's Full Frame DSLR + 300-800 mm equivalent lens This product is equipped with superb dustproof, splashproof and freezeproof (-10℃) performance. Pairing this lens with a dustproof, splashproof, and freezeproof camera body makes it possible to continue shooting in punishing environments such as rain and snow with peace of mind.
Since super telephoto zoom lenses require extremely precise control, the effects of heat cannot be ignored. To counter this issue, we adopted a heat-shielding coating that reflects infrared rays of sunlight with greater efficiency compared to a conventional black coating. Since super telephoto zoom lenses require extremely precise control, the effects of heat cannot be ignored. To counter this issue, we adopted a heat-shielding coating that reflects infrared rays of sunlight with greater efficiency compared to a conventional black coating. Our coating provides excellent heat resistance, reducing internal temperature rise by about 10% and external temperature rise by about 30%. By suppressing internal temperature rise stable optical performance is ensured, even in hot weather.
*1: Infrared raysThe front element of the lens has a fluorine coating which provides a smooth and scratch resistant surface. This coating makes it easier to remove water drops or dust with a blower or cloth when in rainy, snowy, or dusty environments- letting you get right back to shooting.
Waterdrops run off quickly and easily
Without fluorine coating
With fluorine coating
Lens maintenance is a snap- dirt and grime wipe off easily
Without fluorine coating
With fluorine coating
This lens was designed to give you the ability to smoothly tune settings and functions as you shoot. It is equipped with a precise, rubberized zoom/focusing ring for fine control and has a focus memory function allowing you to set your favorite focal position instantly. Other function switches are laid out to let you focus on getting the shot.
*1: A rubberized zoom/focusing ring provides fine control With safety in mind the tripod collar has a non-slip rubber coating for secure handling while the rubber ring around the rim protects against bumps and scrapes.
*1: Design that prevents damage to the front lens element Possessing the world’s strongest 5-axis sync IS with a maximum 8 shutter speed steps[3] of compensation performance at 300mm[1] and a maximum 6 steps[4] at 1000mm[1], this lens, with its high-performance AF for accurate subject capture, makes comfortable, high-quality super telephoto shooting possible.
This super telephoto lens enjoys the strongest compensation performance in the world with 5-axis sync image stabilization that gives a maximum of 8 shutter speed steps[3], at 300 mm[1] and 6 steps[4] at a 1000 mm equivalent[1] focal length. Olympus has achieved such overwhelming performance through a combination of a newly developed control algorithm and our latest high-precision gyro sensor which can detect camera shake 5 times more accurately than conventional ones. With its compact size, light weight, and incredible IS capabilities, this lens makes handheld super telephoto shooting, something extraordinarily difficult until now, possible.
300mm equivalent[1] handheld shot
1000mm equivalent[1] handheld shot
We have lightened the focusing lenses thanks to Olympus's proprietary high-precision lens thinning technology. This makes AF fast and highly precise across the entire zoom range. There is virtually no change in focusing speed even when using the built-in teleconverter.
*1. Focus lenses
[1]: 35mm equivalent
[2]: without Lens Cap, Lens Rear Cap and Lens Hood
[3]: According to CIPA standards. When attached to OM-D E-M1X, with yaw and pitch applied to camera, half-press IS set to Off, and focal length set to 150mm.
[4]: According to CIPA standards. When attached to OM-D E-M1X, with yaw and pitch applied to camera, half-press IS set to Off, and focal length set to 400mm. (with a built-in teleconverter : 500mm)
