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Olympus OM Zuiko 250mm f/2

Olympus · 1976-1990

Legendary professional telephoto. Ultra-fast aperture with incredible optics.

Known for

  • Sports
  • Wildlife
  • Professional events

Considerations

  • Very heavy
  • Very expensive
  • Requires tripod

Optical Characteristics

Sharpness (wide)
4/5
Sharpness (stopped)
5/5
Contrast
5/5
Flare Resistance
3/5
CA Control
3/5
Vignetting Control
3/5
Distortion Control
4/5

Bokeh: Exceptional, professional quality

Common Issues

  • Check for fungus
  • Inspect aperture blades

Buying Guide

Specifications

MountOlympus OM
Focal Length250mm
Max Aperturef/2
Min Aperturef/22
Aperture Blades11
Filter Size100mm
Weight2650g

Optical Design

FormulaTelephoto
Elements10
Groups8
CoatingMulti-Coated

Pricing

£1500 - £2500

Typical used price

Mint: ~£3500

Adapts To

Sony EFujifilm XCanon RF

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