Pairing an expansive 180° angle of view with a weather-resistant construction, the M.ZUIKO Digital ED 8mm f/1.8 Fisheye PRO from Olympus is a Micro Four Thirds system lens offering a 16mm equivalent focal length for unique perspectives and creative distortions. The fast f/1.8 maximum aperture benefits working in difficult lighting conditions and a ZUIKO Extra-Low Reflection Optical (ZERO) coating has been applied to the lens elements to minimize the effects of flare and ghosting for more contrast-rich and color-accurate imagery. A sophisticated lens design further contributes to notable image quality by using a variety of aspherical, low dispersion, and high refractive index elements. A fast fisheye featuring a compact profile to match the Micro Four Thirds system, this lens further excels due to its optically refined and exterior-sealed design.
Complementing the optical merits is a high-speed imager AF system that provides fast, smooth, and quiet focusing and the Movie and Still Image Compatible (MSC) designation also indicates this lens' suitability for use with fast-moving subjects and video applications. A minimum focusing distance of 4.7", along with a maximum magnification of 0.2x (0.4x equivalent), also enables working with close-up subjects to further exaggerate the unique perspective afforded by the fisheye design.
Focal Length | 8mm (35mm Equivalent Focal Length: 16mm) |
Maximum Aperture | f/1.8 |
Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
Lens Mount | Micro Four Thirds |
Format Compatibility | Micro Four Thirds |
Angle of View | 180° |
Minimum Focus Distance | 4.72" / 12 cm |
Maximum Magnification | 0.2x |
Optical Design | 17 Elements in 15 Groups |
Diaphragm Blades | 7, Rounded |
Focus Type | Autofocus |
Image Stabilization | None |
Filter Size | None |
Dimensions (ø x L) | 2.44 x 3.15" / 62 x 80 mm |
Weight | 11.11 oz / 315 g |
Package Weight | 1.45 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 8.1 x 4.5 x 4.4" |
Reviews Olympus M.ZUIKO Digital ED 8mm f/1.8 Fisheye PRO Lens (Olympus Malaysia)