The Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 17mm f/1.2 PRO is an Olympus 17mm prime for Micro Four Thirds, released in 2017. It covers 34mm in full-frame terms at a maximum aperture of f/1.2. It offers weather sealing and a 390g build.
Best for: Low-light, street, and everyday photography
Pros
- Very wide f/1.2 aperture for low-light and subject separation
- Weather sealed for outdoor and adverse conditions
Cons
- Higher price than entry-level alternatives
What this lens is good for
Street and documentary
The 34mm full-frame equivalent is a favourite street focal length, wide enough to include context but natural in perspective. The fast f/1.2 aperture handles low light and gives separation unusual for a wide lens, and the weather-sealed build stands up to daily carry in any weather. Full guide →
Environmental portraits
A 34mm equivalent lets you place a person within their surroundings while still separating them from the background at f/1.2. It is the wide end of the OM PRO f/1.2 trio and suits storytelling portraits where the setting matters as much as the subject.
Specifications
| Lens | |
| Brand | M.Zuiko |
| Type | prime |
| Status | current |
| Released | 2017-12 |
| Mount | mft |
| Optics | |
| Focal length | 17mm |
| FF equivalent | 34mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.2 |
| Min aperture | f/16 |
| Aperture blades | 9 |
| Elements / Groups | 15 / 10 |
| Focus | |
| Autofocus | MSC |
| MF override | Yes |
| Min focus distance | 0.2m |
| Max magnification | 0.08x |
| Stabilisation | |
| OIS | No |
| Dual IS compatible | No |
| Physical | |
| Weather sealed | Yes |
| Filter size | 62mm |
| Weight | 390g |
| Dimensions | 87.5mm length x 64mm diameter |
| Pricing | |
| Price (approx.) | $899 USD |