The Olympus M.ZUIKO Digital ED 30mm f/3.5 Macro is an Olympus 30mm prime for Micro Four Thirds, released in 2016. It covers 60mm in full-frame terms at a maximum aperture of f/3.5. It offers a compact 128g body.
Best for: Macro and close-up photography
Pros
- Compact and light build
- 1:1 macro capability
- Competitive price for the aperture and build
Cons
- Slow maximum aperture limits low-light use
- Not weather sealed
What this lens is good for
Close-up and macro
A compact, affordable macro reaching 1.25x magnification, beyond life-size, a 60mm full-frame equivalent for around $249. The very short 0.095m focus distance suits controlled close-up work like product, food, and dried specimens where you can manage the lighting. Full guide →
Budget macro entry
For anyone wanting to try macro cheaply, this lens delivers high magnification at a low price and modest weight. The short working distance makes it harder to use for live insects that react to close approach, so it suits still subjects best.
Specifications
| Lens | |
| Brand | M.Zuiko |
| Type | prime |
| Status | current |
| Released | 2016-09 |
| Mount | mft |
| Optics | |
| Focal length | 30mm |
| FF equivalent | 60mm |
| Max aperture | f/3.5 |
| Min aperture | f/22 |
| Aperture blades | 7 |
| Elements / Groups | 10 / 7 |
| Focus | |
| Autofocus | MSC |
| MF override | Yes |
| Min focus distance | 0.095m |
| Max magnification | 1.25x |
| Stabilisation | |
| OIS | No |
| Dual IS compatible | No |
| Physical | |
| Weather sealed | No |
| Filter size | 46mm |
| Weight | 128g |
| Dimensions | 63mm length x 56mm diameter |
| Pricing | |
| Price (approx.) | $249 USD |