PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The G.Zuiko Auto-W 21mm f/3.5 was among the original batch of Zuiko lenses introduced together with debut of the Olympus OM-1. With the successful introduction of the more well known Zuiko 21mm f/2.0 lense counterpart at a later stage, this compact Zuiko ultrawide acts as an economical alternative to the faster 21mm f/2.0. However, other than lacking a fast lens speed with close range optical correction mechanism, the slower f/3.5 Zuiko does possesses some of the very attractive and appeaiing features on its own. It is lightweight, extremely compact and more affordable to users for a consideration of smart investment. More importantly, despite with its seemingly small dimension which often misled others to think it is inferior to another Zuiko equivalent, but this lense is able to match and deliver uncompromising optical quality to rival the best in the industry. Overall, it is a very attractive entry lense for consideration into ultra-wideangle photography
This Zuiko 21mm lense Is the smallest and lightest in this super wide-angle lense group you can find on the market today. Optically, it consists of 7 elements in 7 groups composition and reputedly be able to deliver unusually high resolving power with excellent contrast even at its full apertures. Even if it doesn't provide a close range optical corrrection mechansihm but for close distance works, the lense still discloses superb portrayal power and resolution and contrast meet impeccable OM standards, for much consideration was taken for compensating aberrations The 92° angle of view is suitable for architectural, interior and creative photography. It is so compact that the lense accepts standard OM's 49mm threaded filters.
Early G Zuiko AUTO-W 21mm f/3.5 and revised version introduced at later stage seemingly share a common optical construction and also weighs almost similarly at 185g (6.5oz) (newer design weighs marginally lighter at 180g (6.3oz) but shares a common body length of only 31mm. Its light weight and compact design and its deep depth of field allows you to shoot without even looking through the finder and enable you to handle many photographic assignments with ease. A slight drawback is perhaps the slightly dim viewfinder image and half darkening of split-image rangefinder it projects but can be well compensated with smart slection of focusing types. Physically, this Zuiko ultrawide has a top rated built quality with all control features well placed and illustrated in relation to their respective functions. The depth of field scales covers three apertures from an extensive f/16, f/8.0 and at its widest aperture of f/3.5. This little Zuiko optical marvel focuses down to 0.2m with its helical focusing and providing photographers who puts mobility, portability and cost on their priority list.
Older Version: G Zuiko AUTO-W 21mm f/3.5
Newer Version: Zuiko 21mm f/3.5
Focal length: 21mm
Aperture ratio: 1:3.5Optical construction: 7 groups, 7 elements
Angles of view: Diagonal: 92°
Distance scale: (m) 0.20 to infinity (OO)
Focusing: Straight HelicoidDiaphragm operation: Automatic
Minimum and Maximum aperture: f/16 ~ f/3.5
Minimum photographic range: 14cm x 21cm (5.5" x 8.3")
Filter attachment size/filters: 49mm screw-in
Lens hood: 49mm screw-in
Length: 31mm (1.2")
Maximum Diameter: 59mm (2.3")
Weight: 185g (6.5 oz) (newer version indicates 180g (6.3 oz).
Product ($699) SN: **7143 *Zuiko MC Version
Condition: Like New (LN)Warranty: 2 weeks shop warranty, covering manufactural defects
Product ($699) SN: **4952
Condition: Like New (LN)Warranty: 2 weeks shop warranty, covering manufactural defects
What You Will Get
- Front/Rear Cap
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