OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 50-200mm f/2.8 IS PRO Lens
OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 50-200mm f/2.8 IS PRO Lens
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Preorder through Looking Glass
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Description
Description
Master the Wild + the Minute
If you seek moments — birds in flight, distant mammals, or insects you thought couldn’t be seen — this lens will change what you believe possible.
Why We Love It
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Unrivaled Reach, without the Bulk
This is the world’s only 100-400mm equivalent super-telephoto zoom with a constant f/2.8 aperture. What that means: top-tier light gathering, beautifully creamy background separation, and blazing shutter speeds, even at full zoom. -
Rock-Solid in Rough Conditions
IP53 weather sealing, freeze-proof to around -10 °C — the kind of build you trust when you're cold, wet, dusty, or chasing golden hour. The lens’ inner zoom mechanism keeps balance steady and helps protect against dust intrusion. -
Stability + Speed to Savor
Combined 5-axis sync IS delivers up to 7 stops of stabilization on compatible bodies. Pair it with fast continuous AF (up to 50 fps on supported OM-System cameras) and you get sharp, frame-by-frame clarity even when things are moving fast. -
Macro Meets Telephoto
Close-focus at 0.78 m across the zoom range, and strong magnification (≈0.5× equivalent at max zoom) make this lens not just for distance, but for revealing detail — dew on a web, feathers, texture. -
Exceptional Optics & Coatings
A 21-element, 13-group optical formula (including ED, Super-ED, HR, E-HR elements), plus ZERO II coatings and fluorine finish. Results: minimal ghosting, excellent contrast, and resilient front elements against water/dirt.
Key Specs at a Glance
| Spec | Value |
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| Focal Range | 50-200 mm (≈100-400 mm full-frame equivalent) |
| Constant Max Aperture | f/2.8 through entire zoom — from wide to full telephoto |
| Min Focus Distance | 0.78 m across the zoom range |
| Optical Stabilization | 5-axis Sync IS, up to ~7 stops on compatible bodies |
| Weight | ~1,075 g without tripod collar (≈1,250 g with collar) |
| Length | 225.8 mm ; diameter ~91.4 mm |
| Weather Sealing | IP53 – splash, dust resistant; freeze-proof conditions to -10 °C |
Who It’s For
If one or more of the following speaks to you, this lens will be a true asset:
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Wildlife & bird photographers who need reach + speed
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Sports shooters who want to freeze motion even in low-light
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Macro & nature shooters wanting to get up close without swapping lenses
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Adventure shooters who work in adverse weather, unpredictable environments
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Photographers seeking one high-quality lens that covers both telephoto reach and creative subject isolation
Consider Before You Commit
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The size and weight, while excellent for what it delivers, are still significant. Expect to carry a small pack.
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As a premium optic, the price reflects its status and performance. Not budget gear.
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At extreme apertures in very low light, diffraction or sensor limitations may still challenge you — nothing magic about physics. But this gives you more room than most.
Final Word
The M.Zuiko ED 50-200mm f/2.8 IS PRO isn’t just another lens — it’s a statement. The kind that says: “I want reach without compromise. I want clarity in chaos. I want to freeze a flicker of wildlife or a motorbike’s roar and know the image will hold weight.”
Shipping information
Shipping information
We offer in-store pickup as well as shipping
🚀 Most in-stock orders are fulfilled within 1 business day of receiving the order.
📦 Special Orders typically arrive at Looking Glass within 2-14 business days. If a delay is expected, we will notify you.
🚚 Unless otherwise specified, we use USPS Ground shipping service with tracking.
📷 Orders < $150, Ground Shipping is $8.95; Orders > $149, Ground Shipping is FREE.
🇺🇸 We only ship within the Continental USA; We do not ship to freight forwarders.
Why people choose Looking Glass
Why people choose Looking Glass
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