Lens Rumors

Along with the Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark IV (Amazon/ B&H/ Adorama), Olympus has also officially announced the new Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 100-400mm F5.0-6.3 IS lens.  It is a super telephoto zoom that is equivalent to 200-800mm when attached to a Micro Four Thirds body, featuring 21 elements, including ED, Super HR and HR glass, as well as a 9-blade aperture, image stabilizer,  minimum focus distance (at all focal lengths) of just 1.3 meters, and the maximum magnification of  0.17x at wide-angle and 0.57x at full telephoto and weather sealed. This new lens costs $1,499, first available for pre-order at Amazon/ B&H/ Adorama.

Below are the detailed specifications:

Principal specifications
Lens type	Zoom lens
Max Format size	FourThirds
Focal length	100–400 mm
Image stabilization	Yes
CIPA Image stabilization rating	3 stop(s)
Lens mount	Micro Four Thirds
Aperture
Maximum aperture	F5–6.3
Minimum aperture	F22
Aperture ring	No
Number of diaphragm blades	9
Optics
Elements	21
Groups	15
Special elements / coatings	4 ED, 2 Super HR, 2 HR elements
Focus
Minimum focus	0.17 m (6.69″)
Maximum magnification	0.57×
Autofocus	Yes
Motor type	Linear Motor
Full time manual	Yes
Focus method	Internal
Distance scale	No
DoF scale	No
Focus distance limiter	Yes
Physical
Weight	1120 g (2.47 lb)
Diameter	86 mm (3.39″)
Length	206 mm (8.11″)
Materials	Magnesium alloy
Sealing	Yes
Colour	Black
Zoom method	Rotary (extending)
Power zoom	No
Zoom lock	Yes
Filter thread	72 mm
Hood supplied	Yes
Tripod collar	Yes

See also 2020 Olympus Lens Deals