OM System M.Zuiko Digital 17mm f/1.8 II Lens

Key Features

• IPX1 Rating (Splash-proof, Dust-proof) when paired with a sealed OM System camera
• 17mm focal length (34mm equivalent) offers a natural perspective
• Metal body
• Fast f/1.8 maximum aperture
• Optical design includes 9 elements in 6 groups with special optics
• ZERO coating reduces flare and ghosting
• Compact design at just 112g
• Circular 7-blade aperture
• 46mm filter thread

OM System M.Zuiko Digital 17mm f/1.8 II Lens Summary

The OM System M.Zuiko Digital 17mm f/1.8 II Lens is a versatile, weather-sealed prime for creators who need a combination of portability and performance. Weighing just 112g, this updated second-generation compact micro four thirds lens excels in any environment, from city centre streets to urban landscapes. Its fast f/1.8 aperture offers excellent low-light performance for handheld shooting, as well as stark subject separation, which is ideal for portraits, street photography, and everyday scenes.

With a 34mm equivalent full-frame focal length, the second-gen. lens provides a slightly wide, yet natural perspective, which is perfectly suited for storytelling. OM System’s advanced optical design includes 9 elements in 6 groups, incorporating DSA, HR, and aspherical lenses with ZERO coating to reduce flare and ghosting. The result is sharp, high-contrast images with accurate colours and great levels of detail across the whole frame.

This lens now includes a splash-proof and dust-proof construction, meeting the IEC Standard IPX1 when paired with an OM System splash proof body such as the recently released OM System OM-3 Camera Body. Its durable design promises reliable performance even in relatively harsh conditions, while the near silent autofocus operation and circular 7-blade aperture provide fast focusing and pleasing bokeh.

Whether you document urban life or record video in the great outdoors, the M.Zuiko Digital 17mm f/1.8 II Lens is a reliable, creative choice, which is capable of beautiful stills and video results.

OM System M.Zuiko Digital 17mm f/1.8 II Lens in More Detail

Compact and Lightweight

Weighing just 112g and measuring 57.6mm in diameter and 37.6mm in length, the OM System M.Zuiko Digital 17mm f/1.8 II Lens is perfect for travel and all-day shooting. Its compact and lightweight design balances beautifully with highly portable Micro Four Thirds cameras, ensuring portability for on-the-go content creation.

Advanced Optical design

The lens features a sophisticated optical construction of 9 elements in 6 groups, including 1 DSA, 1 HR and 2 Aspherical lenses. This combination ensures minimal distortion, excellent sharpness, and high contrast across the frame. OM System’s ZERO coating also reduces flare and ghosting, delivering clear images with greater contrast, even when shooting in backlit or challenging lighting conditions.

Great Low-Light Performance

With a bright f/1.8 maximum aperture, the M.Zuiko 17mm f/1.8 II excels in low-light situations, allowing you to capture detailed results without increasing ISO too high. The wide aperture delivers smooth background separation, making it ideal for portraits and subject-focused photography. A 7-blade circular diaphragm also renders soft, natural bokeh, enhancing the artistic quality of your shots.

IPX1 Weather Sealing

Newly added to this second-generation model, the lens now features a splash-proof and dust-proof construction, rated to IPX1 standards when paired with an OM System splash proof body, such as the OM System OM-3 Camera with 17mm f/1.8 II Lens Kit. This ensures dependable performance, allowing you to shoot confidently in wet or dusty environments and continue capturing creative content regardless of the conditions.

Stills and Video Compatible

The compact prime is well-suited to both stills and video thanks to it’s portable gimbal-friendly design and near-silent focusing. Whether capturing friends and family, landscapes, architecture or travel vlogs, the mark 2 Digital 17mm f/1.8 II Lens is more than up to the task.

OM System M.Zuiko Digital 17mm f/1.8 II Lens Specifications

What's in the Box

• OM System M.Zuiko Digital 17mm f/1.8 II Lens
• LH-49B Lens Hood
• LC-46 Lens Cap
• LR-2 Lens Rear Cap
• Instruction Manual
• Warranty Card

Specifications