Used Olympus M. Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm F2.8 Pro Lens, Black - for Micro Four Thirds System

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2023-03-17T10:08:51

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent in every way

Superb image quality and so versatile with the 2x converter equivalent to 600mm in such a small package. Very solidly built with obvious feel of quality in the Pro series lens

DAVID S.

2023-02-22T04:46:34

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent optics in a small package

Superb optics, easy to carry, and clever lens hood to boot. I've used many 70-200 equivalent lenses over the years, from Canon to Sony to Nikon to Fuji. This might be my favorite. A couple of reasons: -Extra reach: the long end is 300mm equivalent -lighter weight=easier to carry for long periods -the built in collapsible hood is super clever and functional. Saves the annoying need to remove, flip around and re attach the hood every time you pack it up.

STEPHEN C.

2022-11-24T11:15:28

Rated 5 out of 5

Fantastic lens

Probably the best 4/3 lens I own, and I have several.

TED L.

2022-11-10T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

My Favorite Lens of All Time

I have wanted this lens since I was 15 years old and first got my hands on one through a rental service. I waited until I got my first adult job and then I bought the lens. It is my favorite lens of all time. I have used the 12-40mm 2.8 lens for many years and while that lens holds a very special place in my heart, nothing can hold a candle to this lens. I have used it for photographing aircrafts during my travels, take numerous portraits as an on campus photographer at my University.

Chris

2022-10-21T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

One of the all-time great Lens made by any camera maker

The M.Zuiko ED 40-150mm f2.8 PRO lens is the sharpest quickest zoom lens I have used in 20 years the quality is second to none having come from the Sony A1 I can honestly say this lens coupled up with my OM-D M1 Mark III is on par with that if not better it has improved my photography 100% great easy to use menu I just can't fault it one bit

quickklik

2022-08-14T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

A top performing professional lens in every way A MUST HAVE

Of the 6 Pro lenses I have although I fully enjoy each and every one of them, this lens is special. it's rendition is near magical. It is surgically sharp which for me is a good thing. It can stretch the gamut of photography from weddings, events, landscapes, sports, even portraits. The build is like a Rolls Royce and the focus speed is instant and accurate. I have nothing but the highest praise for this lens. If you don't have one you NEED this lens. It will thrill you each time you put it on to your body.

Lee

2022-07-10T10:18:53

Rated 5 out of 5

Might not have fallen in love with the OM-1 without this lens

There's nothing that showcases the OM-1's image stabilization like shooting handheld at 600mm equivalent (150mm + 2x teleconverter + 2x MFT->FF conversion) and having the resulting images come out perfectly sharp. The teleconverter was really the reason I opted to go for the f/2.8 version of this lens instead of the cheaper f/4 version; it's a decision I'm not regretting. Also, its focal range gets a lot closer than you'd think -- almost into macro territory, and with some very nice bokeh when taking advantage of that. This was some spendy glass, but there are photos I couldn't take without it.

Charles D.

2022-05-12T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great lens with great outcomes

The images are super sharp. The zoom is effortless and the outcome is superb. BUT the tripod collar mount is not the same as others from Olympus so an Arca Swiss does not fit it. A shame that OLY doesn't use ONE mounting format for all the lenses with tripod collars.

mark

2022-05-05T12:22:58

Rated 5 out of 5

Olympus 40-150 2.8 Lens

An incredibly sharp lens which creates stunning images. It feels very comfortable on the Mark iii. Very pleased with its overall performance.of course the build quality is impeccable.

WILLIAM T.

2022-02-27T17:05:03

Rated 5 out of 5

Olympus 40-150mm f/2.8 Pro is an extremely sharp & close focusing telephoto zoom!

I have been using MFT equipment for my lightweight nature photography kit for about five years. This lens is replacing the Panasonic 35-100mm f/2.8 lens that I have using since the beginning. It has better reach, it has better weatherproofing, and with the addition of Olympus 1.4 and 2.0 teleconverters provides a reach out to 600mm in an extremely compact form. It focuses to about 2.3 feet and with a teleconverter in place, 600mm focusing at 2.3' is amazing. When I am in a blind with my full frame camera and super telephoto on this is impossible. 16.4 feet is as close as you can get. This lens will be a real advantage when the subject gets close quickly.

CHRIS M.

2022-02-23T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

If you are a serious Olympus/OMS shooter you should have this lens.

Wow! I thought it couldn't impress me more than the 12mm-100mm F4. I was wrong. Focus speed with E-M1 III is amazing. Sharpness is top notch for any zoom lens. Construction is an example of how it should be done. Not a new design, but was well thought out when it was designed years ago.

William

2021-10-01T02:30:30

Rated 5 out of 5

Really good lens

This is an amazing lens, best I have used. Photos come out crisp and with an F2.8 the main subject gets all the focus which is a plus for my kind of nature photography.

Lee L.

2021-08-07T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

In love with my 40-150mm

I'm not so much an Olympus telephoto user. However I felt the need to have this lens in my hands. The purchase was fabulous, I am very happy with the quality of the lens, its versatility and its sharpness. Very happy with the purchase. Thanks to the entire Olympus team.

diegopi314

2021-07-02T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Love it

Super sharp high-quality lens. lives up to Olympus' reputation. Love the fact that all zoom movement is internal. Very smooth operation. stabilization is amazing. Shoot handheld with MC-20 teleconverter, no problem!

Daniel

2021-06-16T20:00:00

Rated 2 out of 5

BE AWARE THAT UPDATING THE FIRMWARE CAN COMPLETELY RUIN THIS LENS!

This would be a 5 star lens but I am giving it 2 stars because I had it for a total of 30 minutes before a routine firmware update using the Olympus software turned this $1500 lens into a $1500 paperweight. It is now unusable. Olympus offers no solutions other than sending it in for professional repair. This is a HUGE FLAW that something so routine can mean life or death causing complete failure of a piece of equipment some people stake their income on. The fact it cannot be fixed without sending it in is ridiculous. This has been reported on the micro 4/3 forums and OLYMPUS NEEDS TO FIX THIS PROBLEM! BE AWARE THAT UPDATING THE FIRMWARE CAN COMPLETELY RUIN THIS LENS!

Justin

2021-06-12T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Remarkable piece of tech. Highly recommend.

This lens is another great addition to my kit. Stunning sharpness in low light. And really great for portraiture. Also getting fantastic results shooting products with this one. Don't forget to update the lens to 1.3 via Olympus Workspace if you're going to use it with a zuiko teleconverter.

Keagan

2021-06-02T12:46:43

Rated 1 out of 5

Don't BUY!

This lens littery fell apart in my hands as I pulled it out of the box. Worst quality I have ever seen in any product in my life! Switching my entire extensive Olympus Pro system to one of the competition.

STEPHEN D.

2021-03-13T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Completely satisfied with the ?Total Package.?

Amazing results, completely impressed and satisfied. I bought this lens along with an E-M1X body, and an MC-20 teleconverter and couldn?t be happier. I can walk for hours carrying them and when I need to, I can move into position quickly. This allows me to get shots that I would never have gotten if I were tethered to a tripod with equipment too heavy to move around with. As if the portability weren?t enough, the quality of the pictures this lens, with or without the teleconverter produces, is nothing short of amazing. In summary, with its reach thanks to the teleconverter which produces a 35mm equivalent 600mm focal length, the stunning quality of the optics, portability due to its light weight, and very reasonable pricing make this THE ?Total Package.? Well done OM-D, please keep it up.

Al

2021-03-02T08:04:37

Rated 4 out of 5

Amazing build.

Amazing lens. Well built. You feel confident carrying this around. Do yourself a favor and ditch the hood and get a third party hood that isnt so fragile. Doent have the reach I need for birds though. If you are after birds get the 100 to 400mm.

JULIAN D.

2021-02-15T07:35:34

Rated 5 out of 5

Take your images beyond your imagination!

Versatile lens that can capture various looks. Great for sports and wildlife.

MATT J.

2020-12-07T11:53:36

Rated 5 out of 5

Beautiful Glass

LOveeeee this lens. Only "down-side" is that it is very heavy by M4/3 standards. It is a feather compared to my old Nikon 70-200 2.8 - all a matter of perspective. It is a great unit, no extension when zooming is a plus as it the integrated lens hood. Again, this is a big-heavy chunk of pro glass that is built like a TANK.

STEVEN B.

2020-11-09T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Lightweight Power

The smoothness of operation on this lens is fantastic, and the image quality is outstanding. So light to carry, and the autofocus is fast and accurate. Completely transforming my ability to travel light and still maintain the ability to shoot all scenes.

Art

2020-10-15T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Olympus Pro lenses exceed my already high standards

Incredible lens. I'm writing this review after only a couple of weeks with the 40-150mm f2.8 Pro, but I've shot hundreds of images with it on my OM-D E-M1 Mark III and with the 2x teleconverter. The quality of this lens and the amazing stabilization provided by the Mark III far exceed my expectations (which were high).

Kevin

2020-10-12T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Background blur beast

With the short focal distance this lens gives me the background blur I need for certain shots. Great for wild life and for portraits. It?s all in your hands and creativity. Add either teleconverter and you can expand your own process. Love this lens!

Marc

2020-09-12T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Incredibly consistent!

The first time I borrowed this lens and shot with it, I knew it was something special. Borrowing/ renting time and time again and getting different copies which all had the same consistent image quality I knew this was an EXCELLENT lens. When it came time to purchase a system, I went with Olympus and this is my first lens. Due to budget constrains, I purchased a "pre-loved" version and have NOT been disappointed. Sharp, fast, and accurate with crystal clear results I firmly believe this is one of the best lenses money can by regardless of the system being used. I'll put this lens up against any of the Nikon, Canon, or Sony lenses I've used in the past. I've used this lens for anything from portraits to landscapes, very versatile. Wonderful piece of kit!

Todd

2020-07-23T09:37:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Olympus M. Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm F2.8 Pro Lens, Black - for Micro

It Great! I love this Len. I enjoy the clarity when focusing on an object.

PATRICIA C.

2020-07-03T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

It won?t disappoint you

Imagine it replaces the 70-200mm f/2.8 and 120-300mm f/2.8 on a full frame. Very sharp, very good autofocus. I tried it with the teleconverter 1.4x and 2x and it work great. When I want to my top quality lenses for a good range with me I bring the 12-40mm f/2.8 and the 40-150mm f/2.8

MarcR

2020-06-29T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Well built lens, a pleasure to use.

Well built lens that is a pleasure in the hand. I?m still learning to use it but already have favorable results of birds in low light conditions.

Laurie

2020-06-17T09:50:06

Rated 5 out of 5

Outstanding lens!!!

This lens is one of the best zoom telephoto lenses that I’ve ever used! It is sharp from edge to edge, has great contrast and color, and is relatively light for the focal lengths provided. And as an added benefit, this lens lets you focus up close for almost macro-like shots. Highly recommend this lens!!

Michael W.

2020-06-10T13:21:36

Rated 5 out of 5

Great lens

Fabulous lens! I hesitated for a long, long time before buying this (as I have many other excellent Olympus lenses) but it has become my #1 lens. Love it.

Dale P.

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Olympus 40-150mm f2.8 Specifications

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General

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  • Brand

    Olympus

  • Lens Series

    None

  • Color

    Black

  • Lens Type

    Standard to Telephoto Zoom

  • Lens Mount

    Micro Four Thirds

  • Format Compatibility

    Micro Four Thirds

  • Focus Type

    Auto Focus

  • Closest Focus Distance

    2.30' / 70 cm

  • Focal Length

    40-150mm

  • Angle Of View

    30 - 8.2

  • 35mm Equivalent Focal Length

    80-300mm

  • Maximum Aperture

    f/2.8

  • Minimum Aperture

    f/22

  • Maximum Magnification

    0.21x

  • Filter Size

    72mm

Construction

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  • Lens Elements / Groups

    16 Elements / 10 Groups

  • Diaphragm Blades

    9, Rounded

  • Dimensions Diameter x Length

    3.13 x 6.30" (79.4 x 160.0 mm)

  • Weight

    1.67 lb / 760 g

Features

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  • Image Stabilization

    None

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About Olympus M. Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm F2.8 Pro Lens, Black - for Micro Four Thirds System

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Fantastastic Lens

By JIM B.

This lens is excellent for portrait, street, sports and landscapes. For a lens of this range, it is compact, beautifully balanced and light weight compared to equivalents used on full frame or APS-C DSLR's. It's bright 2.8 aperture throughout the zoom range also makes low light hand-held shooting a breeze. The collapsing lens hood design is very clever and appreciated. I can walk around with this beauty all day without feeling burdened with excess weight, and it's easily stored in my smaller...

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The Olympus M. Zuiko 40-150mm F2.8 Pro lens is a very fine, constant, versatile, workhorse optic that is reliable into various conditions of uses.

By Daniel M.

"Mine is smaller than yours!". You will rarely say this as an advantage especially from the macho male photographer point of view. But in the case of the Olympus M. Zuiko 40-150mm F2.8 PRO the story can be true considering the extended versatility and the reduce size of this model compare to the DSLR counterparts. Furthermore the same statement can be proclaimed for all the M4/3 format equipment. For sure there is still a strong resistance to the introduction of the M4/3 format from the so-ca...

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OLYMPUS M. Zuiko Digital ED 40-150MM F2.8 PRO BLACK LENS

Zoom in, zoom out—a good telephoto lens doesn’t care what you do. It adjusts quickly to your demands and takes the best picture possible, no matter how far away or close the subject. Introducing the OLYMPUS M. Zuiko Digital ED 40-150MM F2.8 PRO BLACK LENS, a lens that can handle everything from far-off shots to near portraits, pulling off each shot with beauty and precision.

Product Highlights

  • The chief innovation here? Autofocus that’s dang near stealthy, thanks to the industry-first Dual VCM. This voice coil motor and the lack of gears offers quick, quiet autofocus no matter how far or close the shot.
  • Add a dash of durability—heck, add a whole heap of it. Because this Olympus 40-150mm F2.8 PRO lens is splashproof, dustproof, and even freezeproof, which means even you northerners will be able to use this lens year-round.
  • The zoom range is fantastic, offering a high maximum and low minimum, which gives you the versatility to shoot live events with ease.

Brandish your Olympus 40-150mm F2.8 PRO lens at your next important event and you’re sure to take crisp, high-quality photos no matter where you plant your subject.

 

Learn about the OLYMPUS M. Zuiko Digital ED 40-150MM F2.8 PRO BLACK LENS

There are two “P’s” that matter most to photographers in the market for a quality telephoto lens: portability and professionalism. Sure, producing a professional-quality telephoto shot is important—and we’ll talk about the features in the OLYMPUS M. Zuiko Digital ED 40-150MM F2.8 PRO BLACK LENS that make it possible here. But we at Adorama ask: what ever happened to good old-fashioned portability? Luckily, you can get the best of both worlds in this Olympus 40-150mm lens, part of the Olympus Micro Four Thirds lens series, because it offers both in one lightweight, easy-to-use lens.

  • Innovation where it counts. If you’ve ever heard the phrase “two minds are better than one,” then you know the power of adding a little something extra to the equation. In photography, there’s no better place than with this, the Olympus 40-150mm F2.8 lens’s industry-first Dual VCM, or, voice coil motor, autofocus system. The focusing mechanism is separated into two distinct lens groups, controlled by linear drive motors that give your autofocus system a speed and precision that’s unequaled in a lens of this type. What’s more, the lack of gears here will be obvious in how quietly your AF runs.
  • Durability and construction - the two should always go hand in hand. With the Olympus 40-150mm F2.8 lens, they do, thanks to the premium metal lens body that incorporates a design of 16 lens elements in 10 groups. And the Super EDA glass will help reduce the chromatic aberration that so many people who’ve bought cheap lenses over the years know all too well.  There’s no reason you have to settle for second best when this lens was built with first-rate skill.
  • Dustproof, freezeproof, splashproof—heck, the Olympus 40-150mm F2.8 PRO lens sounds worldproof when you put it like that. But truly, this lens is capable of handling a number of elements, which means that you’ll be able to brandish it just about anywhere you like. Sure, you can worry about a lens of this quality, but with its tough construction, why would you ever need to?
  • Portable. We can’t go over a list of features without addressing perhaps the most important one—this Olympus is just dang portable, capable of going just about anywhere with you. Its inner zoom mechanism allows the lens to keep a very-portable size of just over six inches, ensuring that you get the most possible zoom power for your space. It’s not a space telescope—but it performs like a heck of a telephoto lens without the burden of carrying around something big and bulky.
  • Perfect for wedding or event photography thanks to a minimum focus distance of just 20 inches, which gives you the option of zooming in or zooming out to take beautiful portraits and live event shots. And there’s plenty of light-grabbing prowess here, which ensures that even those dimly lit wedding reception halls will serve as a beautiful setting.

It’s rare—even here at Adorama—to find a telephoto lens of such magnifying power built into such a portable package. But the OLYMPUS M. Zuiko Digital ED 40-150MM F2.8 PRO BLACK LENS manages to pull it off with flair.

From the Manufacturer
PRO-Grade Optics, Everyday Portability - M.Zuiko ED 40-150mm F2.8 PRO
The M.ZUIKO 40-150mm f2.8 PRO is a compact, full-featured zoom that sports premium metal construction and professional-quality lens elements. It's light in weight and fully sealed for weather protection, delivers super-sharp edge-to-edge image quality, and boasts the world's first Dual VCM autofocus mechanism. An excellent complement to your fast primes and the 12-40mm f2.8 PRO.

Two is Better Than One
Smooth, rapid autofocus is a crucial factor in image quality. The 40-150mm f2.8 PRO's innovative, industry-first Dual VCM (voice coil motor) AF delivers. Separating the focusing mechanism into two lens groups controlled by individual linear drive motors makes AF performance extremely fast and, with no gears involved, nearly friction-free and incredibly quiet.

Professional Build Quality Olympus knows that serious shooters need the highest quality equipment, so they built the 40-150mm f2.8 PRO zoom accordingly. The premium metal lens body incorporates 16 elements in 10 groups, including Olympus ZERO-coated HD, ED, EDA and - for the first time in an M.ZUIKO lens - Super EDA glass for significantly reduced chromatic aberration, ghosting and flares. And its fixed f2.8 aperture is bright enough to capture sharp images across the entire zoom range.

Splashproof, Dustproof, Freezeproof.
Sometimes the harshest conditions produce the most dramatic photo opportunities. With 11 separate seals to keep out moisture and dust, the 40-150mm f2.8 PRO is ready to take on the elements. You don't have to baby this baby!

Powerfully Portable
At less than two pounds and a constant 6.2-inch length (lens movement is internal), the 40-150mm f2.8 PRO combines with OM-D or PEN camera bodies to create a very stable shooting platform.

The 40-150mm f2.8 PRO also makes it simple to shoot your way. Adjust settings on the fly with the programmable L-Fn function button - located right on the lens barrel for easy access. Or switch instantly between auto and manual focus with the Manual Focus Clutch mechanism.

Enhance Your Zoom
A 1.4x teleconverter is available for the 40-150mm f2.8 PRO that extends its focal length to a whopping 210mm (35mm equivalent of 420mm) for those really long shots. You can also get a ZUIKO protective filter that features Olympus' renowned ZERO coating technology.

No Detail Spared
The bundled lens hood has been marvelously designed to collapse back onto the lens for easy storage. When extended, the locking mechanism will fully support the weight of the lens and camera body. And to keep your investment safe, the bundled lens pouch will help protect against dings and scratches.

Olympus M. Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm F2.8 Pro Lens, Black - for Micro Four Thirds System Features

  • 40-150mm Focus Length
  • ZERO-Coating
  • 1.4x Teleconverter Compatible
  • Dustproof Construction
  • Super EDA Glass
  • Detachable Tripod Mount
  • Dual VCM AutoFocus
  • Bright f2.8 Aperture
  • Retractable Lens Hood
  • Manual Focus Clutch
  • Maximum Image Magnification .21x
  • MSC Movie & Still Compatible