Lens · macro
Olympus OM Zuiko 80mm f/4 Macro
Olympus
Discontinued35mm
Macro lens for use only on bellows or extension tubes (Auto Bellows, Telescopic Auto Tube 65-116); it has a short fine-focusing helicoid but cannot be used as a general-purpose lens. Early versions have a manual diaphragm, later ones an automatic diaphragm. Olympus OM Zuiko 80mm f/4 Macro: 6 elements in 4 groups, 49mm filter thread, 170g.
- Focal length
- 80mm
- Max aperture
- f/4
- Mount
- Olympus OM
- Format
- 35mm
- Elements / groups
- 6 / 4
Known for
- Macro
- Insects
- Product photography
Considerations
- Slow aperture
- Manual focus only
- Needs bellows or extension tube
Optical characteristics
Silverlog's editorial rating: our own judgement, not measured data.
Sharpness (wide)5, level 5 of 5
Sharpness (stopped)5, level 5 of 5
Contrast5, level 5 of 5
Flare resistance3, level 3 of 5
CA control3, level 3 of 5
Vignetting control3, level 3 of 5
Distortion control4, level 4 of 5
Silverlog's editorial rating, 1 to 5; five is best. Not lab-measured.
Common issues
- Check for fungus
- Inspect aperture blades
Buying guide
Check aperture operation, focus smoothness and the condition of the glass and coatings.
Specifications
| Mount | Olympus OM |
| Focal Length | 80mm |
| Max Aperture | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | f/32 |
| Min Focus | 0.23m |
| Filter Size | 49mm |
| Weight | 170g |
Optical design
| Formula | Telephoto |
| Elements | 6 |
| Groups | 4 |
| Coating | Multi-Coated |
Pricing
- Typical used price
- £200 - £350
- Mint
- ~£450
Indicative, no dated source.