Olympus G.Zuiko Auto-W 28mm f/3.5

Compact wide-angle prime for OM system cameras

Olympus G.Zuiko Auto-W 28mm f/3.5
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LENS SCORE
Features 14
Performance 17
Durability 18
Price 14
Usability 15
Brand Olympus
Model N/A

Key Features

OPTICAL DESIGN 7 elements in 7 groups, classic G.Zuiko wide-angle formula
APERTURE 7-blade diaphragm, f/3.5 to f/16
MOUNT Olympus OM manual focus bayonet mount
FILTER 49mm front filter thread
FOCUS Manual focus with 0.3m minimum focus distance
CONSTRUCTION All-metal barrel and high-quality glass elements
SIZE Extremely compact pancake-style design
COATING Single-coated optical elements
COMPATIBILITY Full-frame 35mm film coverage
WEIGHT Lightweight design at approximately 180g
RELIABILITY Mechanical focus helicoid for long-term durability
WEATHER SEALING None, standard vintage mechanical construction
ACCESSORIES Compatible with standard 49mm OM lens hoods

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Olympus G.Zuiko Auto-W 28mm f/3.5

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present Manual focus ring with smooth dampening
Zoom Ring ✗ Not Present Prime lens
Aperture Ring ✓ Present Manual aperture ring on lens barrel
AF/MF Switch ✗ Not Present Fully manual lens
Image Stabilisation Switch ✗ Not Present N/A
Focus Limiter Switch ✗ Not Present N/A
Function (L-Fn) Button ✗ Not Present N/A
Zoom Lock Switch ✗ Not Present N/A
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✗ Not Present N/A
Weather Sealing ✗ Not Present N/A

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Technical Specification

Focal Length 28mm
Aperture Range f/3.5 - f/16
Lens Construction 7 elements in 7 groups
Angle of View 75 degrees
Minimum Focus 0.3m (1ft)
Filter Size 49mm
Diaphragm Blades 7
Focus Type Manual
Mount Olympus OM
Weight 180g
Dimensions 59mm x 31mm
Coating Single-coated
Format 35mm Film
Hood 49mm screw-in
Build Metal