Olympus Zuiko MC 28mm f/2.8

Compact wide-angle prime for OM system cameras

Olympus Zuiko MC 28mm f/2.8
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LENS SCORE
Features 15
Performance 17
Durability 16
Price 16
Usability 15
Brand Olympus
Model N/A

Key Features

OPTICS 7 elements in 7 groups with multi-coating
APERTURE f/2.8 to f/22 with 6 diaphragm blades
FOCUS Manual focus with 0.3m minimum focus distance
MOUNT Olympus OM manual focus bayonet mount
FILTER 49mm front filter thread diameter
SIZE Ultra-compact pancake-style design for portability
CONSTRUCTION All-metal barrel construction with high-grade glass
COATING Zuiko MC multi-coating to reduce flare
ANGLE 75-degree field of view on 35mm film
WEIGHT Lightweight design weighing approximately 170 grams
COMPATIBILITY Compatible with all Olympus OM-series SLR cameras
WEATHER SEALING Standard mechanical build, no formal weather sealing
RELIABILITY Renowned mechanical longevity and precision engineering

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Olympus Zuiko MC 28mm f/2.8

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present
Zoom Ring ✗ Not Present
Aperture Ring ✓ Present
AF/MF Switch ✗ Not Present
Image Stabilisation Switch ✗ Not Present
Focus Limiter Switch ✗ Not Present
Function (L-Fn) Button ✗ Not Present
Zoom Lock Switch ✗ Not Present
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✗ Not Present
Weather Sealing ✗ Not Present

How-to Use Olympus Zuiko MC 28mm f/2.8

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Technical Specification

Focal Length 28mm
Max Aperture f/2.8
Min Aperture f/22
Lens Construction 7 elements in 7 groups
Diaphragm Blades 6
Min Focus Distance 0.3m
Filter Thread 49mm
Focus Type Manual
Mount Olympus OM
Weight 170g
Dimensions 60mm x 31mm