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product_id: 1171963
title: "Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 45mm F1.8 Black for Micro Four Thirds System Camera, Compact Design, Beautiful Bokeh, Bright"
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price: "1997.99 DT"
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# f/1.8 max aperture for low light quiet MSC autofocus for video 45mm prime telephoto lens Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 45mm F1.8 Black for Micro Four Thirds System Camera, Compact Design, Beautiful Bokeh, Bright

**Brand:** om system
**Price:** 1997.99 DT
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ✨ Capture the moment, blur the rest 📸

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 45mm F1.8 Black for Micro Four Thirds System Camera, Compact Design, Beautiful Bokeh, Bright by om system
- **How much does it cost?** 1997.99 DT with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- om system enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted om system brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Compact Powerhouse:** Lightweight and sleek design fits perfectly with Micro Four Thirds cameras for effortless carry and style.
- • **Close-Up Creativity:** Minimum focusing distance of 0.20m lets you get intimate shots with sharp detail and beautiful background blur.
- • **Versatile in Any Light:** Rounded 7-blade diaphragm and optional lens hood optimize image quality and reduce glare in bright conditions.
- • **Stunning Portraits, Every Time:** Fast f/1.8 aperture creates creamy bokeh that makes your subject pop in any light.
- • **Silent Focus for Seamless Storytelling:** MSC motor ensures whisper-quiet autofocus, ideal for capturing both stills and cinematic videos.

## Overview

The OM SYSTEM Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 45mm F1.8 is a compact, fast prime lens designed for Micro Four Thirds cameras. Featuring a bright f/1.8 aperture, a 7-blade rounded diaphragm for smooth bokeh, and a quiet MSC autofocus motor, it excels in low-light portrait photography and video shooting. With a close minimum focus distance of 0.20m and compatibility across a wide range of Micro Four Thirds models, this lens is a versatile essential for professionals and enthusiasts seeking stunning, sharp images with beautiful background separation.

## Description

This single focal length portrait lens has a beautiful shallow depth of field, which enables the background blurring effects not possible with the 14-42mm kit zoom lens. The MSc mechanism is great for tracking a moving child or pet, and provides a quick and silent focus mechanism for movies and still photography.

Review: One of the 'must-have' lenses for micro 4/3 - I'm using this lens with a Panasonic GF1. Even after having my micro 4/3 for 2 years, I continue to be impressed at how small these lenses are, especially when compared with the huge NEX system lenses from Sony. The Olympus 45mm 1.8 continues that trend with a diminutive size and weight. The plastic body certainly helps with bring the weight down, in contrast to the 12mm all-metal wide-angle also from Olympus. When I set the camera down, the lens doesn't tip the camera over which helps for setting it on a table for time-release shots. There are sample videos on the internet showing the focus speed on cameras like the GF3 and E-P3. My GF1 seemed to focus a bit slower with this 45mm lens than those cameras, but it was still spot on and almost silent. It was certainly faster and quieter than the 20mm pancake. The minimal focus distance says 0.5m. For practical purposes that means that you can't focus down on someone sitting right next to you but you can if they are one seat over. Now, you may already have one of the 14-45mm kit lenses and ask yourself 'why do I need this 45mm lens if I've already got that focal length covered?' A few reasons: (1) speed. The maximum aperture of the kit zooms at 45mm is 5.6 which is over 3 f-stops more than the 1.8. That means you get a 1/100 shutter speed as opposed to the about 1/10 shutter speed of the kit zoom. (2) bokeh. The 45mm produces that great blurry quality in the background while keeping your subject sharp. Kit zoom lenses almost never produce those great images. (3) weight. Except for the new pancake 14-45mm zoom that panasonic recently came out with, this lens is smaller and lighter than the other kit zooms out there. The other lens in the micro 4/3 system at this focal length is the Leica-branded 45mm macro lens (f2.8). Despite the same focal lengths, the lenses couldn't be more dissimilar. The Leica is about $300 more, produces great macro shots, is over 1 stop slower, and it focuses slower. The Olympus is positioned more accurately as a fast portrait lens. The images are sharp without distortion or any visible artifacts. But, for a more scientific look at sharpness and chromatic aberration, etc, check out dpreview or lenstip.com. Finally, aesthetically, this is a great looking lens. If you are planning on getting a filter for it, the diameter is 37mm. It does not come with a lens hood. I personally like the silver color which looks cool on my black GF1. Even though it is plastic, it feels like a pretty solidly constructed lens. I preordered in September and it came in 1 month later. There are some excellent sample images on flickr if you still need convincing. I would highly recommend this lens if you are planning on being invested in the micro 4/3 system.
Review: Great little lens - So far seems like a great lens. Has typically received great reviews on line and by reviewers. And it’s so tiny and light! The price on desertcart was very very competitive and so I couldn’t let it pass by. Optically it seems very good although I don’t test my lenses I just use them and decide whether or not they’re keepers. Time will tell. For now this lens is a win.

## Features

- Fast portrait lens. Rounded seven-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing booked quality
- Minimum focusing distance: 0.20M, focal length: 45mm
- Maximum f/1.8 aperture, great for low light shooting, f/1.8 maximum aperture delivers beautiful defocused backgrounds
- Quiet movie-still-compatible lens Drive for video shooting
- Optional lh-40b lens hood for shooting in bright conditions. Angle Of View: 27

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00CI3R53W |
| Best Sellers Rank | #109 in SLR Camera Lenses |
| Brand | OM SYSTEM |
| Built-In Media | Front Lens Cap, Instructions, Lens, Rear Cap, Warranty |
| Camera Lens | OM SYSTEM OLYMPUS M.Zuiko Digital 45mm F1.8 Black For Micro Four Thirds System Camera, Compact Design, Beautiful Bokeh, Bright |
| Camera Lens Description | OM SYSTEM OLYMPUS M.Zuiko Digital 45mm F1.8 Black For Micro Four Thirds System Camera, Compact Design, Beautiful Bokeh, Bright Camera Lens Description OM SYSTEM OLYMPUS M.Zuiko Digital 45mm F1.8 Black For Micro Four Thirds System Camera, Compact Design, Beautiful Bokeh, Bright See more |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Camera Models | Micro Four Thirds System Cameras |
| Compatible Camera Mount | Four Thirds |
| Compatible Mountings | Four Thirds |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 629 Reviews |
| Exposure Control Type | Automatic, Manual |
| Focal Length Description | 45 mm |
| Focus Type | Micromotor |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00050332185791 |
| Has Self-Timer | No |
| Image stabilization | digital,optical |
| Item Weight | 116 Grams |
| Lens | Telephoto |
| Lens Coating Description | ナノARコーティング |
| Lens Design | Prime |
| Lens Fixed Focal Length | 45 Millimeters |
| Lens Mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| Lens Type | Telephoto |
| Manufacturer | Olympus |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 45mm F1.8 |
| Maximum Aperture | 1.8 Millimeters |
| Maximum Focal Length | 45 Millimeters |
| Media Type | ProductImage |
| Minimum Aperture | 22.0 |
| Minimum Focal Length | 45 Millimeters |
| Model Name | Olympus M.ZUIKO Digital ED 45mm F1.8 (Black) Lens for Olympus and Panasonic Micro 4/3 Cameras |
| Model Number | V311030BU000 |
| Number of Diaphragm Blades | 7 |
| Photo Filter Size | 37 Millimeters |
| Real Angle Of View | 27 Degrees |
| Screen Size | 3 Inches |
| Shooting Modes | P, A, S, M, Portrait, Landscape, Sports, etc. |
| UPC | 050332185791 |
| Video Capture Resolution | 1080p |
| Warranty Description | 1 year coverage for labor, 1 year coverage for parts |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Zoom Ratio | 1:1 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** OM SYSTEM
- **Focal Length Description:** 45 mm
- **Lens Type:** Telephoto
- **Compatible Mountings:** Four Thirds
- **Camera Lens Description:** OM SYSTEM OLYMPUS M.Zuiko Digital 45mm F1.8 Black For Micro Four Thirds System Camera, Compact Design, Beautiful Bokeh, Bright

## Images

![Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 45mm F1.8 Black for Micro Four Thirds System Camera, Compact Design, Beautiful Bokeh, Bright - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/614UOenTd4L.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Style** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ One of the 'must-have' lenses for micro 4/3
*by R***L on October 18, 2011*

I'm using this lens with a Panasonic GF1. Even after having my micro 4/3 for 2 years, I continue to be impressed at how small these lenses are, especially when compared with the huge NEX system lenses from Sony. The Olympus 45mm 1.8 continues that trend with a diminutive size and weight. The plastic body certainly helps with bring the weight down, in contrast to the 12mm all-metal wide-angle also from Olympus. When I set the camera down, the lens doesn't tip the camera over which helps for setting it on a table for time-release shots. There are sample videos on the internet showing the focus speed on cameras like the GF3 and E-P3. My GF1 seemed to focus a bit slower with this 45mm lens than those cameras, but it was still spot on and almost silent. It was certainly faster and quieter than the 20mm pancake. The minimal focus distance says 0.5m. For practical purposes that means that you can't focus down on someone sitting right next to you but you can if they are one seat over. Now, you may already have one of the 14-45mm kit lenses and ask yourself 'why do I need this 45mm lens if I've already got that focal length covered?' A few reasons: (1) speed. The maximum aperture of the kit zooms at 45mm is 5.6 which is over 3 f-stops more than the 1.8. That means you get a 1/100 shutter speed as opposed to the about 1/10 shutter speed of the kit zoom. (2) bokeh. The 45mm produces that great blurry quality in the background while keeping your subject sharp. Kit zoom lenses almost never produce those great images. (3) weight. Except for the new pancake 14-45mm zoom that panasonic recently came out with, this lens is smaller and lighter than the other kit zooms out there. The other lens in the micro 4/3 system at this focal length is the Leica-branded 45mm macro lens (f2.8). Despite the same focal lengths, the lenses couldn't be more dissimilar. The Leica is about $300 more, produces great macro shots, is over 1 stop slower, and it focuses slower. The Olympus is positioned more accurately as a fast portrait lens. The images are sharp without distortion or any visible artifacts. But, for a more scientific look at sharpness and chromatic aberration, etc, check out dpreview or lenstip.com. Finally, aesthetically, this is a great looking lens. If you are planning on getting a filter for it, the diameter is 37mm. It does not come with a lens hood. I personally like the silver color which looks cool on my black GF1. Even though it is plastic, it feels like a pretty solidly constructed lens. I preordered in September and it came in 1 month later. There are some excellent sample images on flickr if you still need convincing. I would highly recommend this lens if you are planning on being invested in the micro 4/3 system.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great little lens
*by K***G on April 24, 2026*

So far seems like a great lens. Has typically received great reviews on line and by reviewers. And it’s so tiny and light! The price on Amazon was very very competitive and so I couldn’t let it pass by. Optically it seems very good although I don’t test my lenses I just use them and decide whether or not they’re keepers. Time will tell. For now this lens is a win.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Slept on This One for Too long.
*by R***R on August 15, 2024*

I can't believe I slept on this gem for this long. My hobbyist photography generally involves super zooms or travel zooms so I don't use primes much, but I like to have them handy. Lenses I tried before the 45mm: 14-42mm EZ* 40-150 R (the cheap one) x 25mm F1.7 Pana... x 60mm F2.8 macro* 75-300mm x 9-18 mk1 x 12-200mm x 100-400mm* (my favorite) 12-45 F4 PRO x 20mm F1.4 PRO ? 12-100mm F4 PRO* (I consider this my best lens) 7-14mm F2.8 PRO ? 45mm F1 8 ? x - Sold or selling * - Keeping ? - undecided, still testing The 45mm is one of the cheaper lenses made by Olympus, but the quality is impressive, as is the 45mm perspective. I originally went with the 25mm as my first prime, but after a particularly rainy trip to Finland, I wanted to weatherproof my setup. So, I purged all of the lenses that weren't weather sealed, which is how I ended up with the 20mm. It's the cheapest Pro prime, but is also immaculate quality and I highly recommend it, although it lacks clutch and function button if those are desired (which explains the price). So now we arrive at the 45mm. I had the opportunity to purchase the 7-14mm F2.8 for a great price, and decided that for lowlight and indoor photography, I might switch to that instead of the 20mm, since the majority of lowlight stuff I do is either in museums, or when traveling or hiking and the sun dips too low, and the Em1x has impressive stabilization... But then I wondered what my options were if I wanted to do portraits, or needed something really bright. And then I decided that the non pro primes would be fine, because I don't use the primes enough to need them to be weather sealed. I'm eyeing the Sigma 30mm, but while I wait to snag one at a good price, I decided to pick up the 45mm... And it's been a joy to use. I picked up an Oly EPM2 recently to use on streets and it pairs magically with the 45 (and the 17 F2.8). I've also used it with an Em1x mkii, but it looks a little too ridiculous on my Em1x LOL. Autofocus is fast enough, it's perfectly sharp, and so tiny relative to the PRO lenses that I've gotten used to. While I'd still like to give the Sigma a try, and haven't decided if I'll keep it, I would recommend the 45 to anyone wanting to do portraits or street photos with a narrower FOV. The 25mm perspective is a safer option if deciding between that and the 45, and the 20 PRO is the better lens in every way but price (haha). But if you want the 45mm perspective and don't need the pro features and value the portability, get this lens, it's not going to hold you back. Oh, one more consideration... It's definitely more enjoyable to shoot this lens than say using the kit lens at 42mm... So if the kit lens is all you have... Well, maybe get the 25, unless you know you want a prime with more reach. And also get the 40-150 lol. But the 45 is great too.

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