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The editors liked
Optically and mechanically this lens is outstanding. There is very slight barrel distortion
Which is to be expected in a 34-millimetre equivalent medium-wide angle. From f5.6 we were satisfied with the overall sharpness of the image. The compact dimensions and its lightness
Combined with the superior construction materials
Make this an ideal walk-around lens.
Optically and mechanically this lens is outstanding. There is very slight barrel distortion which is to be expected in a 34mm equivalent medium wide angle. From f5.6 we were satisfied with the overall sharpness of the image. The compact dimensions and lig
The editors didn't like
It is a shame to have to trade off the lovely action you get when the manual focus is selected on the lens with the loss of the manual focus assist
It is a shame to have to trade off the lovely focus action that you get when the manual focus is selected on the lens with the loss of the manual focus assist
As you can see above, there's no shortage of alternatives in this category - in the world of micro four-thirds, the manufacturers are all looking for that walk-around lens that the photographer will keep on their camera. Olympus has produced a very nice l...
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Published: 2013-12-13, Author: Kevin , review by: dxomark.com
Abstract: We've had the opportunity to analyze the image quality of Panasonic's high-end 16-Mpix Lumix DMC-GX7 mirrorless camera with over 70% of the native mount lenses that are currently available (for it). We've scrutinized a total of 33 Panasonic, Olympus and S...
Published: 2013-12-12, Author: Kevin , review by: dxomark.com
Abstract: We've had the opportunity to analyze the image quality of Panasonic's high-end 16-Mpix Lumix DMC-GX7 mirrorless camera with over 70% of the native mount lenses that are currently available (for it). We've scrutinized a total of 33 Panasonic, Olympus and S...
Published: 2013-12-02, Author: Kevin , review by: dxomark.com
Abstract: The Olympus OM-D E-M1 is the new flagship model in the range and features a newly-designed pro-grade body and a modified 16-Mpix sensor incorporating on-chip phase-detection pixels for backwards compatibility with the firm's 4:3 lenses. While we've not an...
Published: 2013-11-29, Author: Kevin , review by: dxomark.com
Abstract: The Olympus OM-D E-M1 is the new flagship model in the range and features a newly-designed pro-grade body and a modified 16-Mpix sensor incorporating on-chip phase-detection pixels for backwards compatibility with the firm's 4:3 lenses.While we've not ana...
Published: 2013-08-27, Author: Kevin , review by: dxomark.com
Abstract: The depth of high quality primes and zooms for the PEN is, arguably, the most compelling reason to invest in the Micro Four Thirds system over rival mirrorless camera offerings. If you're already a PEN E-P5 owner or you're looking for advice or insights i...
Published: 2013-08-01, Author: Kevin , review by: dxomark.com
Abstract: As with previous guides, this review is intended to help you make the right choice when selecting lenses, in this instance, for the micro Four Thirds Olympus OMD E-M5 and the rival offering from Panasonic, the Lumix DMC-GH3. These two flagship models shar...
The beautifully crafted, all-metal Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 17mm f/1.8 is a strong performer in the optical department, offering very good sharpness wide open, and excellent performance when stopped down to f/2.8 or f/4. The f/5.6 and f/8 settings also...
Published: 2013-07-08, Author: Kevin , review by: dxomark.com
In some respects, the new image quality of the M. Zuiko Digital 17mm f/1.8 is not up to scratch, as not only does it have quite high levels of chromatic aberration and distortion but it also fails to impress in outright resolution and acutance. On the plu...
Published: 2013-04-03, Author: Jim , review by: pcmag.com
Very sharp. Fast aperture. Compact. Manual focus clutch system. Virtually no barrel distortion.
Hood not included. Not weather sealed
The Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 17mm f1.8 is a fast wide-angle lens for Micro Four Thirds cameras. It's extremely sharp, and doesn't cost an arm and a leg....
