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Olympus OM Zuiko 50mm f/1.8
Olympus · 1972-2002
The standard kit lens for OM cameras. Compact, sharp, and incredibly well-built for a kit lens.
Known for
- General photography
- Street photography
- Travel
Considerations
- Not as fast as f/1.4
- Common lens
Optical Characteristics
Sharpness (wide)4/5
Sharpness (stopped)5/5
Contrast4/5
Flare Resistance3/5
CA Control3/5
Vignetting Control3/5
Distortion Control4/5
Bokeh: Smooth, pleasant rendering
Common Issues
- Check for fungus
- Inspect aperture blades
Buying Guide
Specifications
MountOlympus OM
Focal Length50mm
Max Aperturef/1.8
Min Aperturef/16
Aperture Blades6
Filter Size49mm
Weight170g
Optical Design
FormulaDouble Gauss
Elements6
Groups4
CoatingMulti-Coated
Pricing
£40 - £80
Typical used price
Mint: ~£100
Adapts To
Sony EFujifilm XCanon RF
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