Olympus
Olympus M.17mm F1.8
| Component | Weight | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Customer Reviews | 35% | 91.1 | |
| Technical Analysis | 30% | 76.2 | |
| Market Position | 20% | 80.0 | |
| Value Proposition | 15% | 83.6 |
Age adjustment: ×0.85 (older models get a slight downward adjustment so newer products with current technology are fairly represented).
📖 Overview
The Olympus 17mm f/1.8 is a compact, pancake-style prime lens perfect for everyday shooting with Micro Four Thirds cameras. It excels in street photography and casual portraits thanks to its wider-than-normal field of view and decent low-light performance. The lens is a good value, but its sharpness and autofocus aren't class-leading.
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📋 Specifications
| Focal Length | 17mm |
|---|---|
| Max Aperture | f/1.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/22 |
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| AF Motor | MSC (Movie & Still Compatible) |
| Image Stabilization | No |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Weather Sealed | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 25.0 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.08x |
| Elements / Groups | 9 elements in 6 groups |
| Aperture Blades | 7 |
| Filter Diameter | 46mm |
| Weight | 120g |
| Dimensions | 57.5 x 35.5mm |
| Release Year | 2012 |
| MSRP | $499 |
🛒 Where to Buy the Olympus M.17mm F1.8
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🖼️ Sample Photos
Real-world photos taken with the Olympus M.17mm F1.8, sourced from SampleShots.
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