Olympus
Olympus M.17mm f/2.8
| Component | Weight | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Customer Reviews | 35% | 87.6 | |
| Technical Analysis | 30% | 65.5 | |
| Market Position | 20% | 80.0 | |
| Value Proposition | 15% | 76.6 |
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/2.8 is a pancake lens for Micro Four Thirds cameras, known for its extremely compact size. It's a good choice for street photography and everyday carry when you want a discreet setup. It's not the sharpest lens, but it's hard to beat for portability.
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📋 Specifications
| Focal Length | 17mm |
|---|---|
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/22 |
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| AF Motor | Conventional micromotor |
| Image Stabilization | No |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Weather Sealed | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 20.0 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.11x |
| Elements / Groups | 6 elements in 4 groups |
| Aperture Blades | 5 |
| Filter Diameter | 37mm |
| Weight | 71g |
| Dimensions | 57.0 x 22.0mm |
| Release Year | 2009 |
| MSRP | $299 |
🛒 Where to Buy the Olympus M.17mm f/2.8
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🖼️ Sample Photos
Real-world photos taken with the Olympus M.17mm f/2.8, sourced from SampleShots.
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