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Olympus 90-250mm f/2.8 ED Zuiko Digital Zoom Lens

  • Price: $5,999.00
  • B&H # OL9025028
  • Mfr# 261013

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This powerful super-telephoto zoom lens has a large-aperture (fixed F stop type) and is is equivalent to 180-500mm focal lenth on a 35mm camera. Only fixed focal super-telephoto lens could have provided wide-open f/2.8 shots in the past, however, this lens provides f/2.8 shots through the entire zoom range making it a best choice for the nature and sports photographer. Three ED lenses are used to give the highest image quality with optimal resolution and contrast.

Performance
Focal Length 90 - 250 mm
Comparable Four Thirds and Micro 4/3 Focal Length: 180 - 500 mm
Aperture Maximum: f/2.8
Minimum: f/22
Camera Mount Type Four Thirds
Format Compatibility Four Thirds
Angle of View 14° - 5°
Minimum Focus Distance 8.20' (2.5 m)
Magnification 0.08x
Maximum Reproduction Ratio 1:12.5
Groups/Elements 12/17
Diaphragm Blades 9
Features
Image Stabilization No
Autofocus Yes
Tripod Collar Yes
Physical
Filter Thread 105 mm
Dimensions (DxL) Approx. 4.9 x 10.9" (12.45 x 27.69 cm)
Weight 7.21 lb (3.27 kg)

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Olympus90-250mm f/2.8 ED Zuiko Digital Zoom Lens
 
4.5

(based on 4 reviews)

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Pros

  • Strong construction (4)
  • Durable (3)
  • Fast / accurate auto-focus (3)
  • Rugged (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Sports/action (4)
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    5.0

    Nothing else comes close

    By Doc

    from Kelowna, B.C., Canada

    About Me Photo Enthusiast

    Verified Reviewer

    Pros

    • Consistent Output
    • Durable
    • Fast / accurate auto-focus
    • Nice Bokeh
    • Rugged
    • Strong Construction

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Sports/Action
      • Wildlife Photos

      Comments about Olympus 90-250mm f/2.8 ED Zuiko Digital Zoom Lens:

      I use this for wildlife photos and had a great grizzly bear shoot here in B.C., Canada. Extremely sharp, great color, bokeh, and contrast. I shoot it wide open on my E3 and now my E5.
      I always use a monopod
      It is the lightest pro lens out there.
      I've been a Canon shooter for a few years and it's a great system but I just don't use it anymore. I may sell my 5D system since the results of my Oly system are so good.
      Remember it's always about the glass.

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      3.0

      Not worth it

      By tony

      from PA

      About Me Semi-pro Photographer

      Verified Reviewer

      Pros

      • Durable
      • Rugged
      • Strong Construction

      Cons

      • Poor in Low Light
      • Slow Focus

      Best Uses

      • Sports/Action

      Comments about Olympus 90-250mm f/2.8 ED Zuiko Digital Zoom Lens:

      Tried using it in low light for a figure skating competition.
      In terms of speed and sharpness, both the 35-100mm and the 300mm are better. Not even close. Save your money and get the 35-100mm and use the 1.4x converter or save up for the 300mm.

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      5.0

      Outstanding super long distance zoom

      By Bill

      from Hershey

      About Me Photo Enthusiast

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      Pros

      • Consistent Output
      • Durable
      • Easily Interchangeable
      • Fast / accurate auto-focus
      • Nice Bokeh
      • Rugged
      • Strong Construction

      Cons

      • Heavy

      Best Uses

      • Indoors/Low Light
      • Night Photography
      • Sports/Action
      • Weddings/Events
      • Wildlife Photos

      Comments about Olympus 90-250mm f/2.8 ED Zuiko Digital Zoom Lens:

      I purchased this lens shortly before a trip to Hawaii. It is very large and requires its own carrying bag. It is heavy so a tripod is almost a must; I have occasionally used it freehand but more often with a tripod or monopod. It provides outstanding sharp photos at long distances; with the f2.8 stopping action (surfers; shore objects from a ship a mile or two off shore). I have used it at sporting events and have even used it for some astronomy work (great for the moon). It was perfect for several graduations. I generally use it with my E3 body, which makes the whole system very weather resistant; I have also used it with my older Evolt 500 body with equally impressive results.

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      5.0

      NOTHING COMPARABLE

      By LIGURT

      from BERGAMO (PADANIA)

      About Me Professional

      Verified Reviewer

      Pros

      • Sharp Focus
      • Strong Construction

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Sports/Action
        • Wildlife

        Comments about Olympus 90-250mm f/2.8 ED Zuiko Digital Zoom Lens:

        I USED IT ON AN OLYMPUS STAGE IN BERGAMO (PADANIA). IT'S UNBELIVABLE. A BIT HEAVY BUT INCREDIBLY SHARP FOR A 180-500MM (135MM). GOOD SATURATION AND BALANCE. FAST FOCUS EVEN IN LOW LIGHT (WITH E3) AND IN VERTICAL POSITION
        I REALLY COULDN'T FIND SOMETHING BAD EXCEPT FOR THE WEIGHT.

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        Olympus 90-250mm f/2.8 ED Zuiko Digital Zoom Lens
        • Front & Rear Lens Caps
        • Tripod Adapter
        • 105mm Protective Filter
        • Lens Pouch
        • User Manual
        • 1-Year Olympus U.S.A. Limited Warranty
         
         
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