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OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 50-200mm f/2.8 IS PRO Lens
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The OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 50-200mm f/2.8 IS PRO Lens is the world's first super telephoto zoom in its class with a constant aperture throughout the 100-400mm equivalent range and IP53 weather sealing.
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- The world’s first fully weather-sealed f/2.8 zoom that reaches a 400mm full-frame equivalent focal length
- Image quality is excellent thanks to an advanced optical formula with special elements and OM System’s coatings
- Up to 7-stops Sync image stabilisation makes handheld shooting more viable, even when fully extended at 200mm
- Close minimum focusing and very high magnification open up creative tele-macro opportunities
- Compatible with both MC-14 and MC-20 teleconverters provide reach of up to 800mm in full frame terms
OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 50-200mm f/2.8 IS PRO Lens Summary
The OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 50-200mm f/2.8 IS PRO Lens brings a unique combination of portability, image quality and low-light capability to Micro Four Thirds users. With a constant f/2.8 aperture across its entire zoom range, this is the world’s only 100-400mm full frame equivalent lens that is this fast, which also offers comprehensive IP53-rated weather resistance.
The MFT zoom lens weighs just 1,075g without the tripod collar, which is ideal for subjects where portability and the ability to handhold provides an advantage, such as for wildlife, sports, and general outdoor photography. It also boasts up to 7 stops of stabilisation through 5-axis Sync IS when paired with compatible camera bodies such as the OM-1 Mark II, which makes it far easier to get sharp results without the need for a tripod or monopod.
The lens is fully compatible with the MC-14 1.4x Teleconverter and MC-20 teleconverter, enabling photographers to reach up to a 400mm focal length (800mm full-frame equivalent) while maintaining autofocus and stabilisation. With close-focusing down to just 0.78m across the whole zoom range and a high maximum magnification of 0.5x (equivalent 1:1 with the MC-20), it’s also really useful for tele-macro of anything from nature and flowers to general close-ups.
The optical design features 21 elements in 13 groups with numerous special lens elements, which help to render edge-to-edge sharpness and suppress chromatic aberrations. The lens also supports focus stacking and 50fps sequential AF shooting, providing the ability to capture diverse content formats. As with other OM System PRO micro four thirds lenses, handling is easy, with four customisable switches and a built-in L-Fn button for quick control, alongside IP53-rated protection against dust, splash and freezing.
OM System 50-200mm f/2.8 IS PRO Key Features
- 100-400mm equivalent focal range
- Maintains a constant f/2.8 maximum aperture across the entire zoom
- Delivers up to 7 stops of 5-axis Sync IS with compatible cameras
- Focuses down to 0.78m throughout the range for close-ups
- Compatible with MC-14 and MC-20 teleconverters
- Up to 1:1 magnification with the MC-20 teleconverter
- Sealed to IP53 for dust, splash and freeze resistance
- Supports in-camera Focus Stacking and 50fps C-AF sequential shooting
- Includes L-Fn button and four function switches for intuitive handling
- 77mm filter thread
- Weighs just 1,075g without the tripod collar or 1,250g with the collar
OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 50-200mm f/2.8 IS PRO Lens in More Detail
Optical Design Supports High Image Quality
This lens features a complex optical design of 21 elements in 13 groups, including EDA, Super ED, ED, HR and E-HR elements to control aberrations and maintain resolution across the frame. OM System’s ZERO and ZERO Coating II are also applied to suppress ghosting and flare. Together, these help ensure good levels of contrast, with accurate colours even in backlit or high-contrast scenes.
Advanced Image Stabilisation
This lens supports 5-axis Sync IS when used with compatible OM System bodies such as the OM-1 Mark II, offering up to 7 stops of compensation at 200mm. Lens-based IS provides up to 5.5 stops of compensation on other models such as the E-M10 Mark IV. These stabilisation figures make it possible to shoot handheld in a wide range of scenarios, including low-light wildlife or indoor sports.
Teleconverter Support With Tele-Macro Capabilities
A notable feature is the lens’ close-focus ability, which impressively allows shooting down to 0.78m across the whole zoom range. Without converters, the maximum magnification reaches 0.5x equivalent at 200mm, and up to 1:1 macro with the MC-20 at 400mm equivalent. This makes the lens suitable for close-up wildlife, details, and product photography, especially when harnessing OM System’s computational features like in-camera Focus Stacking.
Professional Build Quality and Handling
This model achieves OM System’s PRO status, with IP53 certification for dust, splash and freeze resistance when mounted with a similarly rated camera body. It includes four switches the barrel too:
- AF limiter
- Focus mode
- IS switch
- L-Fn button
These controls provide quick, intuitive adjustments in the field, while the removable tripod collar is Arca-Swiss compatible, improving universal support on monopods and tripods.
What’s in the box
- OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 50-200mm f/2.8 IS PRO Lens
- LH-82C Lens Hood
- LC-77C Front Lens Cap
- LR-2 Rear Lens Cap
- LSC-1127 Lens Case
- Instruction Manual
- Warranty Card
OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 50-200mm f/2.8 IS PRO Lens Specifications
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Focal Length |
50-200mm |
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35mm Equivalent |
100-400mm |
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Lens Construction |
21 elements in 13 groups (1 EDA lens, 2 Super ED lenses, 1 ED lens, 2 HR lenses, 3 E-HR lenses) Fluorine Protective Lens Coating: Yes, ZERO Coating: Yes, ZERO Coating 2: Yes |
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Minimum Focusing Distance |
0.78m |
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Max Magnification |
0.5x equivalent (with MC-20) |
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Aperture Range |
f/2.8 to f/22 |
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Diaphragm Blades |
9 (circular) |
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Angle of View |
24°-6.2° |
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IS System |
5-axis Sync IS, 7.0 stops (OM-1 II) |
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Filter Thread |
77mm |
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Dimensions |
Ø91.4 x 225.8mm |
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Weight |
1,075g (without collar), 1,250g (with collar) |
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Weather Sealing |
IP53 rated (with compatible body) |
| Offers: N/A |
| Offer Category: N/A |
| Offer Product Type: N/A |
| Autofocus: N/A |
| Aperture ring: N/A |
| Constant Aperture: N/A |
| Lens CIPA Image stabilization rating: N/A |
| Colour: N/A |
| Diameter (mm): N/A |
| Length (mm): N/A |
| Weight (g): N/A |
| Distance scale: N/A |
| DoF scale: N/A |
| Elements: N/A |
| Environmental Sealing: N/A |
| Focus distance limiter: N/A |
| Focal length: 50 - 200 mm |
| Focus method: N/A |
| Filter Thread: N/A |
| Full time manual: N/A |
| Groups: N/A |
| Hood supplied: N/A |
| Lens Image stabilization: N/A |
| Lens mount: N/A |
| Lens Materials: N/A |
| Maximum focal length: 200.0 |
| Maximum magnification: N/A |
| Maximum aperture (number): N/A |
| Maximum aperture (text): N/A |
| Max Format size: N/A |
| Minimum focal length: 50.0 |
| Lens Minimum focus distance (m): N/A |
| Minimum aperture (number): N/A |
| Minimum aperture (text): N/A |
| Motor type: N/A |
| Number of diaphragm blades: N/A |
| Power zoom: N/A |
| Special elements / coatings: N/A |
| Tripod collar: N/A |
| Lens type: N/A |
| Wide/Tele: N/A |
| Lens Level: N/A |
| Best For: N/A |
| Best For Holiday and Landscape: N/A |
| Best For Interior and Architecture: N/A |
| Best For Fashion and Portrait: N/A |
| Best For Macro and Still Life: N/A |
| Best For Astro: N/A |
| Best For Street: N/A |
| Best For Wildlife and Sport: Yes |
| Zoom lock: N/A |
| Zoom method: N/A |
| Notes: N/A |
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Our Verdict
The OM System 50-200mm f/2.8 IS PRO lens is for outdoor photographers who need a combination of its classic reach, speed and portability without the weight associated with larger camera systems. It’s particularly well suited to wildlife and nature, but also ideal for sports, events, and close-up photography thanks to its high 0.5x native maximum magnification with universal close focusing. Despite such comprehensive features the zoom weighs just 1,075g without the tripod collar, which is light enough for handheld use, especially given the advanced image stabilisation.
This is also the world’s only fully weather-sealed, all-purpose 100-400 mm equivalent super-telephoto zoom lens with a constant f/2.8 aperture, giving it a unique place in the OM System line-up. You can shoot in low light without raising ISO too far, and maintain control over depth of field at longer focal lengths.
It’s also one of the most versatile options with support for MC-14 and MC-20 teleconverters, giving you even more reach and higher magnification when required. The 0.78m minimum focusing distance is unchanged across the zoom range, which allows you to get frame-filling shots of smaller subjects without needing to step back.
If you’re upgrading from an older OM lens or switching systems, this is a great option that lets you shoot all sorts of subjects from near to far. You can begin your journey with our fast and free trade-in quote to make upgrading as simple and cost-effective as possible.
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Condition guide
Our used products are subject to wear and tear in comparison to brand new products. This also applies to accessories that are supplied with the camera including batteries which may have a lower optimum performance level/life expectancy.
- Like New – The equipment is in a condition as if you have just bought it from the manufacturer. The item is still considered to be ‘Like New’ even without the original packaging and accessories. The product has been fully tested and is in perfect working order. Lenses are optically clear. There may be light dust present that will not effect the imagery.
- Excellent – The equipment should be close to being ‘Like New’ but there may be some small cosmetic blemishes that lower its grade. The product has been fully tested and is in perfect excellent order.
- Cameras – Should have no marks on the LCD screen
- Lenses – Should have no marks on the elements and optically clear. There may be light dust present that will not effect the imagery.
- Very Good – The equipment may have some slight cosmetic wear to the paintwork and cosmetic blemishes with only light signs of use and the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – The LCD screen may have small signs of wear that does not affect its display
- Lenses – The mount of the lens will start to show signs of wear
- Good – The equipment is showing more obvious signs of cosmetic wear and blemishes, but the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – LCD screen may have scratches or wear that is starting to affect the display.
- Lenses – May have slight dust inside that does not affect images. The mount shows signs of use.
- Well Used – The equipment will show significant signs of wear. The paintwork will be coming away in large areas exposing the metal work, but the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – LCD screen is heavily worn either by de-lamination or has scratches to it. Rubber grips are starting to come away from the body.
- Lenses – The lens has dust inside that may affect images. The rubber zoom/focus ring is coming away from the barrel of the lens.
*All of our used items are listed with the accessories that are included. If they are not listed, then they will not be supplied at the point of purchase.
Peace of mind with our 6 month warranty
This product has been thoroughly tested by our team of photographers and we are happy to give a 6 month warranty as a result. The number of tests depends on the individual product but we are confident in this product having tested all the major functions. Anything that isn’t as you would expect, we then make a note of and show this in the condition notes on the page.
So you can be confident you are buying a great piece of kit that’s been looked after by a fellow photographer and seen many extraordinary sights, tested by our team of photographers and now looking forward to being set free to capture more great images!
