Lens Details
OM System
M.Zuiko Digital ED 17mm f/1.8
$399~
MSRP (prices vary)
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Released: November 2, 2012
Highlights
- 17mm f/1.8 wide prime for Micro Four Thirds, ideal for sweeping vistas and tight interiors.
- The bright f/1.8 aperture delivers a shallow depth of field and strong low-light performance.
- It is lightweight at 120g, pairing well with Micro Four Thirds bodies.
Who it's for
The OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 17mm f/1.8 is a 17mm f/1.8 prime lens — a wide-angle option. Here's what it's best at and what to keep in mind.
Best for
- ✓Low light and subject separation — a fast f/1.8 aperture.
- ✓Landscapes, interiors and architecture — a wide 17mm field of view.
17mm
Focal Length
f/1.8
Max Aperture
Micro Four Thirds
Coverage
−
Stabilized
120g
Weight
46mm
Filter
Full Specifications
Optical Design
| Focal Length | 17mm |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Optical Elements | 9 |
| Optical Groups | 6 |
Aperture & Iris
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.8 |
|---|---|
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 7 |
| Rounded Aperture | No |
Coverage & Angle
| Format Coverage | Micro Four Thirds |
|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| Angle of View | 65° |
| 35mm Equivalent | 34-34mm |
Focus
| Autofocus | Yes |
|---|---|
| Focus Motor | Stepping |
| Focus Limiter | No |
| AF/MF Switch | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 25 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.09x |
Stabilization & Video
| Optical Stabilization | No |
|---|---|
| Aperture Ring | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No |
| Parfocal | No |
| Internal Zoom | No |
General
| Price (MSRP) | $399 |
|---|---|
| Filter Size | 46mm |
| Diameter | 57.5mm |
| Length | 35.5mm |
| Weight | 120g (4.2 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | No |
| Tripod Collar | No |
