Name: Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm f/4-5.6
Brand: Olympus
SKU: 551
Rating: 4.2 (5 reviews)

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Olympus Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm f/4-5.6

4.1

based on all reviews

build quality is actually pretty good
is incredibly lightweight and pretty sharp
the quality of the images that it delivered

only little friction when zooming throughout the range
lack of IS can be a bit of a problem
Chromatic aberrations are very low for a telephoto optic

Construction: Zoom
Elements: 12
Focus method: Internal
Autofocus: yes
Max format size: Four Thirds
Focal length: 40, 150 mm
Image stabilisation: no
Lens type: Telephoto, Normal

Olympus Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm f/4-5.6 - Pros & Cons

build quality is actually pretty good
is incredibly lightweight and pretty sharp
the quality of the images that it delivered
it just performs and delivers beautiful photographs
close-up performance is pretty decent
levels of sharpness it can deliver throughout the zoom range are excellent
The zoom dial is very good
Build quality is decent enough and the focus ring is smooth and broad enough to be useful
The bokeh quality is smooth
rounded and quite pleasing
light
compact versatility
delivers solid performance through the rest of its zoom range
a great review with splendid images
a great lens and a bargain
Enjoy Patagonia and its impressive landscapes
sharpness in centre and acceptable in corners

only little friction when zooming throughout the range
lack of IS can be a bit of a problem
Chromatic aberrations are very low for a telephoto optic
Lens can be difficult to extend because of the plastic friction
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build quality is not as refined as we would like
the aperture opening was slightly larger
system lens are very expensive
the lens is not as bright as a constant F2
The session always ends with an overpriced cup of coffee
The lens being not expensive
The 40-150mm is not designed as a macro lens
marginal distortion and negligible vignetting
The lens does not extend while focussing
the field of view is not a true 150mm at the long end
) Vignetting is rarely a factor for telephoto lenses
Performance suffers at the edges of the frame
Edge performance at 150mm is weak at just 1
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Olympus Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm f/4-5.6 - Full Specifications

Lens type	Telephoto Normal
Lens mount	Four Thirds

Aperture max	4-5.6
Aperture min	22
Aperture ring	no
Number of diaphragm blades	7
Aperture features	Rounded diaphragm

Construction	Zoom
Elements	12
Groups	9
Power zoom	no
Zoom method	Expanding

Weight	14.99 oz
Diameter	3.03 in
Length	4.21 in
Filter size	2.28 in

Max Format size	Four Thirds
Focal length	40 - 150
Focal Length 35mm Equivalent	80 - 300
Angle of View	30 - 8.2
Maximum magnification	0.14 x
Image stabilisation	no

Focus method	Internal
Autofocus	yes
Autofocus motor type	Micromotor
Closest focusing distance	1.5
Distance scale	no
Depth of field (DoF) scale	no
Lens mechanism	Inner focus

Colour of product	Black
Tripod collar	no
Hood supplied	yes
Filter thread	yes
Sealing	no

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Olympus Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm f/4-5.6 Olympus - Editorial Reviews (6)

4.0

Based on 6 reviews

Olympus Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm f/4-5.6 Olympus 40-150mm f/4-5.6 ED Zuiko Digital Review

Imaging Resource

Published: 05.03.2007

Olympus 40-150mm f/4-5.6 ED Zuiko Digital Review

Looking for a Olympus 40-150mm lens review? Read on to find out what we uncovered in our objective optical lab tests.

Olympus Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm f/4-5.6 Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm f4.0-5.6 R Review

PCMAG

Published: 26.09.2013

Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm f4.0-5.6 R Review

3.5

The Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm f4.0-5.6 R is a solid budget option for Micro Four Thirds shooters looking for an affordable telephoto zoom lens.

Olympus Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm f/4-5.6 Olympus M.Zuiko 40-150mm F4-5.6 R Mini Review

robinwong.blogspot.com

Olympus M.Zuiko 40-150mm F4-5.6 R Mini Review

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Olympus Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm f/4-5.6 Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm f/4-5.6

CNET

Published: 09.05.2011

Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm f/4-5.6

The 40-150mm is a good telephoto lens for interchangeable lens cameras that is incredibly lightweight and pretty sharp.

photographyblog.com

Published: 19.04.2011

Olympus M.ZUIKO Digital ED 40-150mm f/4-5.6 Review | Photography Blog

4.5

The Olympus M.ZUIKO Digital ED 40-150mm f/4-5.6 is a compact and lightweight telephoto zoom lens for the Micro Four Thirds compact system camera range. Providing a 35mm equivalent focal range of 80-300mm and costing around £250 / $300, read our in-depth Olympus M.ZUIKO Digital ED 40-150mm f/4-5.6 review to find out if it makes the grade.