OM System has introduced the M.Zuiko Digital ED 100-400mm f/5.0-6.3 IS II, an updated version of its popular super-telephoto zoom lens designed for Micro Four Thirds cameras. This second-generation model brings improved image stabilisation, refined autofocus performance, and enhanced optical coatings, making it an ideal choice for wildlife and sports photographers seeking a lightweight, long-reach solution.
Retaining its impressive 200-800mm full-frame equivalent focal range, the lens is built for versatility, offering powerful telephoto reach in a relatively compact form. The updated in-lens stabilisation system works seamlessly with OM System camera bodies, providing better handheld shooting stability, even at extreme focal lengths. The lens also remains compatible with the M.Zuiko 1.4x and 2x teleconverters, pushing its reach to a staggering 1600mm equivalent.
Optically, the 100-400mm f/5.0-6.3 IS II incorporates a sophisticated arrangement of extra-low dispersion and high refractive index elements to reduce chromatic aberrations and maintain sharpness across the zoom range. The latest ZERO (Zuiko Extra-low Reflection Optical) coating minimises flare and ghosting, ensuring high contrast and clarity, even in challenging lighting conditions.
Autofocus performance has also been refined, delivering faster and more accurate subject tracking when paired with OM System’s AI-powered autofocus cameras. The lens’s close focusing capability of 1.3m (4.3ft) at 400mm provides additional flexibility for capturing detailed shots of small subjects. Its dustproof and splashproof construction, equivalent to IPX1 standards, ensures durability in outdoor conditions.
With its enhanced stabilisation, improved coatings, and reliable autofocus, the OM System 100-400mm f/5.0-6.3 IS II stands out as a valuable addition for Micro Four Thirds users needing long telephoto reach without the bulk of full-frame alternatives.
Specifications:
- Focal Length: 100-400mm (200-800mm full-frame equivalent)
- Maximum Aperture: f/5.0-6.3
- Image Stabilization: Improved in-lens IS, syncs with OM System bodies
- Autofocus: Fast, silent AF with refined tracking
- Optical Construction: Extra-low dispersion and high refractive elements
- Coatings: ZERO coating for reduced flare and ghosting
- Minimum Focusing Distance: 1.3m (4.3ft) at 400mm
- Teleconverter Compatibility: Supports 1.4x and 2x M.Zuiko converters
- Weather Sealing: Dustproof and splashproof (IPX1-rated)
- Weight: Approx. 1,120g (2.47 lbs)
Price and Availability:
The OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 100-400mm f/5.0-6.3 IS II is now available for pre-order, with shipping expected in March 2024. The lens is priced at £1,199 / $1,499.