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Olympus OM Zuiko 300mm f/4.5
Olympus · 1972-2002
Long telephoto for wildlife and sports. Surprisingly sharp for its era.
Known for
- Wildlife
- Sports
- Birds
Considerations
- Needs tripod or support
- Slow aperture
Optical Characteristics
Sharpness (wide)4/5
Sharpness (stopped)5/5
Contrast4/5
Flare Resistance3/5
CA Control3/5
Vignetting Control3/5
Distortion Control4/5
Common Issues
- Check for fungus
- Inspect aperture blades
Buying Guide
Specifications
MountOlympus OM
Focal Length300mm
Max Aperturef/4.5
Min Aperturef/32
Aperture Blades8
Filter Size72mm
Weight820g
Optical Design
FormulaTelephoto
Elements6
Groups5
CoatingMulti-Coated
Pricing
£120 - £220
Typical used price
Mint: ~£300
Adapts To
Sony EFujifilm XCanon RF
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