Portable telephotos may sound like a far-fetched fantasy, but Olympus is bringing this lens vision to life with the launch of its exciting new M.ZUIKO Digital ED 150-400mm f/4.5 TC1.25X IS Pro Super TelePhoto Lens. This innovation, the latest in Olympus’ ever-growing roster of ground-breaking new products, packs a 35mm-equivalent focusing range of 375-1000mm, accurate autofocusing, and five-axis sync-image stabilization — all into one four-pound lens. The lens’ portability promise means photographers can shoot tripod-free. And they can do it all this while enjoying all-weather protection for outdoor and wildlife adventures.
And when it comes to wildlife and bird photography, it will be tough to beat this new telephoto. Quick autofocus, ultra-zoom (via built-in 1.25x teleconverter), and handheld shooting provide more photo freedom than ever. And, when paired with Olympus’ upcoming bird-detection AF firmware update — a handy add-on to the brand’s Intelligent Subject Detection AF) — this lens will truly be a birder’s best friend.
Here’s everything we know about the Olympus M.ZUIKO Digital ED 150-400mm f/4.5 TC1.25X IS Pro Super TelePhoto Lens, which is available for preorder for .
The Olympus M.ZUIKO Digital ED 150-400mm f/4.5 telephoto lens doesn’t mess around with image quality and power. This ultra-zoom lens boasts 28 lens elements in 18 groups, with a revolutionary 35mm equivalent focusing range of 375-1000mm (maximum f/5.6 aperture), via the built-in 1.25x teleconverter. Add high-precision autofocus, a minimum shooting distance of 1.3m, handheld shooting, and extraordinary portability, and this telephoto lens fulfills every wildlife photographer’s wish list. Below, we’re breaking down some of the highlights.
Olympus M.ZUIKO 150-400MM F4.5 key features:
- Built-in 1.25x teleconverter
- In-lens five-axis sync image stabilization
- 300-800mm (35mm equivalent)
- 35mm equivalent focusing range of 375-1000mm with teleconverter
- 28 lens elements in 18 groups
- Dust-proof, splash-proof, and freeze-proof
- Minimum shooting distance of 1.3m
- Heat-resistant coating
- First and high-precision autofocus
- Four-pound lens, measuring 12.3 inches long
- Nine-blade construction
- Minimum aperture: f/4.5 (f/5.6 with teleconverter)
- Maximum aperture: f/22 (f/29 with teleconverter)
- Works with a range of Olympus cameras, including OM-D E-M1X, OM-D E-M1 Mark III, OM-D E-M1 Mark II, OM-D E-M5 Mark III, and more
A must-have for wildlife and bird photographers
Wildlife and bird photographers will have more creative possibilities than ever with this powerful, quick-to-focus, ultra-zoom lens. The M.ZUIKO Digital ED 150-400mm f/4.5 telephoto has all the ingredients of a high-quality wildlife lens. You can expand to a 35mm equivalent focusing range of 375-1000mm with the teleconverter to capture animals from afar in sharp detail. Or, with a minimum shooting distance of 1.3m, you don’t have to swap lenses when subjects move closer. Add fast and precise autofocusing, in-lens five-axis stabilization for gorgeous image quality. Plus, take advantage of Olympus’ upcoming bird-detection AF firmware update, and this handy, portable lens is bound to be a hit among wildlife photographers.
A travel-friendly telephoto lens
Telephoto and travel-friendly rarely go hand-in-hand, but Olympus’ new M.ZUIKO Digital ED 150-400mm f/4.5 lens throws those norms out the window. This telephoto lens is impressively portable, with a four-pound construction that measures 12.3 inches long. It’s light enough to shoot handheld — a perk that can’t be said for most telephoto lenses with this focal length.
The Olympus M.ZUIKO Digital ED 150-400mm f/4.5 TC1.25X IS Pro Super TelePhoto Lens is available for preorder for at Adorama.
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