Olympus M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 17mm 1:1.8 Lens
Condition & contents
| Grading | Please enquire for current condition |
|---|---|
| Testing | Fully tested |
| Warranty | Included |
| Includes | Please enquire |
At a glance: Olympus M.Zuiko 17mm f/1.8 - compact classic-styled street prime for MFT, 34mm-equivalent.
About this lens
The Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 17mm f/1.8 is a compact classic-styled standard prime for Micro Four Thirds. At 17mm on MFT it gives a 34mm full-frame equivalent - classic documentary/street focal length. All-metal build with Olympus's Snapshot Focus manual-focus clutch.
Build & handling
| Sensor coverage | Micro Four Thirds |
|---|---|
| Autofocus | MSC (Movie & Still Compatible) - silent stepping motor |
| Image stabilisation | No (MFT bodies with IBIS stabilise all lenses) |
| Minimum focus distance | 0.25m |
| Filter thread | 46mm |
| Weight | 120g |
| Construction | All-metal barrel, Snapshot Focus clutch |
Works with
- Olympus / OM System Micro Four Thirds bodies (OM-1, OM-5, E-M1 series, E-M5 series, PEN series)
- Panasonic Lumix Micro Four Thirds bodies
- Any Micro Four Thirds body - universal mount
Best for
The 'street prime' of the Olympus M.Zuiko line - 34mm-equivalent is classic documentary/street focal length, f/1.8 gives decent subject separation on MFT, and the metal build + Snapshot Focus clutch make it a deliberate shooting tool. A popular pairing with PEN bodies.
Frequently asked questions
Is this a good first prime for MFT?
Yes - 34mm-equivalent is very useable for everyday, street and documentary work. f/1.8 provides decent shallow depth of field on MFT. The build quality is better than most kit-tier primes, and the Snapshot Focus clutch is a distinctive Olympus feature.
Does this lens have image stabilisation?
No — this lens does not have image stabilisation.
Specifications
| Focal Length | 17mm |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Prime, Wide-Angle |
| Lens Mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| Condition | New |
| Brand | Olympus |