--- product_id: 50335527 title: "Olympus M.Zuiko 45mm f/1.8 Lens, Fast Prime for MFT, OM-D & PEN, Black" brand: "om system" price: "¥85061" currency: JPY in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Om System" url: https://www.desertcart.jp/products/50335527-olympus-m-zuiko-45mm-f-1-8-lens-fast-prime store_origin: JP region: Japan --- # MSC high-speed autofocus - capture every moment f/1.8 large aperture - stunning depth of field 45mm prime lens - perfect portrait focal length Olympus M.Zuiko 45mm f/1.8 Lens, Fast Prime for MFT, OM-D & PEN, Black **Brand:** om system **Price:** ¥85061 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌟 Capture brilliance with every click — your portrait game just leveled up! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Olympus M.Zuiko 45mm f/1.8 Lens, Fast Prime for MFT, OM-D & PEN, Black by om system - **How much does it cost?** ¥85061 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.jp](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/50335527-olympus-m-zuiko-45mm-f-1-8-lens-fast-prime) ## 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 - • **Bokeh That Pops:** Fast f/1.8 aperture delivers creamy background blur, making your subject the undeniable star of every shot. - • **Unbeatable Value:** Premium optics and build quality at a price that makes upgrading your kit a no-brainer—don’t miss out on this essential lens. - • **Lightning-Fast Focus:** MSC technology ensures whisper-quiet, ultra-responsive autofocus—perfect for both photos and cinematic videos. - • **Sleek, Compact, and Stylish:** Metal-like black finish with interchangeable rings to match your OM-D or PEN camera for that polished, professional look. - • **Portrait-Perfect Focal Length:** The ideal 45mm (90mm equivalent) for flattering, professional portraits that stand out in any feed. ## Overview The Olympus M.Zuiko 45mm f/1.8 is a compact, fast prime lens designed for Micro Four Thirds cameras like OM-D and PEN. Featuring a bright f/1.8 aperture, MSC high-speed autofocus, and a sleek black metal-like finish, it excels at portrait photography and video with sharp, vibrant results and beautiful background separation. Lightweight and affordable, it’s a must-have for enthusiasts seeking professional-quality imagery with a stylish edge. ## Description Product Description Now available in a stylish black finish the Oympus M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 45mm 1:1.8 lens is beautifully designed and affordably priced, and would make a sensational addition to any enthusiast’s camera kit. Thanks to its fast aperture, the high-power prime lens is absolutely ideal for capturing people in portraits shot that really stand out, with beautiful background blur and vivid contrasts. It is also compatible for movie-making as well, allowing users to shoot top-quality films with extremely fast focusing. On top of all this, it looks good too - packaged in a compact body with a subtle metal-like exterior and complete with interchangeable decoration rings to perfectly match the colour of different PEN cameras. Legal Disclaimer Brand New.We will ship the item from Japan by Post Office. The item will be carefully packed and then shipped with E-packet takes about 2-4 weeks and this have tracking service and about 47€ insurance. Manuals and Package are written in Japanese.And Please see my shipping policy in detail. Review: Near perfect lens for a bargain price - I have Olympus's 25mm f1.8 prime too, which is more expensive, but I think this 45mm version is sharper. Its also just as neatly built, compact and performs just as well in terms of fast and accurate focusing. The 45mm length (90mm in 35mm terms of course) is useful for more than you'd think. Perfect for portraits, it's also great for giving a different perspective on landscapes and cityscapes. I've used it at classic car shows and although it's more tricky to get shots in confined spaces, it's worth the effort to get that slight telephoto look with the extra isolation (i.e. shallower depth of field) you get because the lens is a bit longer. Sharpness is the outstanding feature of this lens though. You notice it from the first shot you take. It makes you feel like a pro. As does the lovely rendering of out of focus backgrounds and a special 'quality' about the photos it takes that's hard to define. Contrast and colour are so good that you'll barely need to adjust your photos in Photoshop or the like. It's hard to take a duff shot with this lens. The only slight downside is that you don't get a lens hood or carrying pouch with the lens but you can pick them up very cheaply if you need them. The bottom line is that this is a near perfect and therefore essential lens for a bargain price. And it's my favourite Olympus lens so far (I also have the 17 f1.8 and the 25 f1.8). Review: An absoute gem of a lens - The pair of m43 zoom lenses I have (Panasonic 14-45mm Mk1 & Panasonic 100-300mm) have convinced me that prime lenses are the way to go for me. Micro four thirds zooms just do not deliver the results that I feel I can reasonably expect for their price. So I've started buying primes, and this little gem is one of them. I've had a little time to get used to this lens and I absolutely adore it. It is superb and produces beautifully sharp images especially if stopped down to F1:2.8-3.5. Oddly enough, I find I use this lens mostly a fair bit for macro work, in conjunction with a 10mm extension tube and and it works very well, though I intend to splash out on the 60mm Olympus macro lens when funds permit. It's also very useful for portrait shots, giving you a nice 90mm focal length to work with. It's surprisingly small and inexpensive, but don't let that fool you, this is an outstanding lens and I would say an absolute must-have for m43 owners. The only negatives are the lack of a supplied lens hood, which can be bought for about £12 or less if you don't buy an Olympus one, and the lack of a lens pouch/case, which is only noticable because Sigma provide both with their m43 lenses. The Panasonic 20mm lens is rightly very highly regarded (and is a lens I also own and enjoy) but this is the jewel in my kitbag. A really, REALLY great little lens at a bargain price for m43. ## Features - Large aperture for a nice depth of field effect - Ideal for portrait photography - High-speed AF with MSC technology - Superb price-performance ratio - Sleek metal-like exterior design in a new black finish ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00CPLQ7GI | | Best Sellers Rank | 22,832 in Electronics & Photo ( See Top 100 in Electronics & Photo ) 183 in Camera Lenses | | Box Contents | Olympus M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 45mm 1:1.8 Black, LC-37B Lens Cap, Micro Four Thirds lens rear cap (LR-2), Decoration Ring (DR-40), Warranty Card, Operating Instructions | | Brand | OM SYSTEM | | Brand Name | OM SYSTEM | | Camera Lens | 45mm | | Camera lens description | 45mm | | Colour | Black | | Compatible Camera Models | Olympus OM-D & PEN Models, Panasonic G-Series | | Compatible Devices | Olympus PEN^SLR | | Compatible Mountings | Micro Four Thirds | | Compatible mountings | Micro Four Thirds | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 922 Reviews | | Exposure Control Type | Automatic | | Fixed Focal Length | 45 Millimetres | | Focal length description | 45 millimeters | | Focus Type | Auto Focus | | Image Stabilization Type | Digital | | Item Highlight | Portrait Lens with MSC High-Speed AF, Suitable for Panasonic G-Series, Large Aperture for Depth of Field, Metal Look | | Item Weight | 116 Grams | | Lens Coating Description | ZERO Coating | | Lens Color | Black | | Lens Design | Prime | | Lens Mount | Micro Four Thirds | | Lens Type | Standard | | Lens type | Standard | | Manufacturer | OMDJB | | Manufacturer Part Number | 4545350044138 | | Maximum Aperture | 1.8 f | | Maximum Focal Length | 45 Millimeters | | Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | | Maximum focal length | 45 Millimeters | | Media Type | ProductImage | | Minimum Aperture | 1.8 f | | Minimum Focal Length | 45 Millimeters | | Model Name | ET-M4518 | | Model Number | ET-M4518 | | Number of Diaphragm Blades | 9 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Photo Filter Size | 37 Millimeters | | Real Angle Of View | 27 Degrees | | Shooting Modes | Movie | | Unit Count | 1.0 count | | Video Capture Format | MP4 | | Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant | | Zoom Ratio | 1:1 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** OM SYSTEM - **Camera lens description:** 45mm - **Compatible mountings:** Micro Four Thirds - **Focal length description:** 45 millimeters - **Focus type:** Auto Focus - **Lens design:** Prime - **Lens type:** Standard - **Lens-fixed focal length:** 45 Millimetres - **Maximum focal length:** 45 Millimeters - **Minimum focal length:** 45 Millimeters ## Images ![Olympus M.Zuiko 45mm f/1.8 Lens, Fast Prime for MFT, OM-D & PEN, Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/714yqyHpa8L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color, Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: is this lense compatible with OMD E-M10** A: It is very much so. Lightening fast autofocus. Lovely Bokeh. Sharp. Light. Great lens. I have it with my Olympus OMD 10. Enjoy it for portraits indoors and also outdoors. **Q: is this lense compatible with Olympus E500 and if not, I have adapter OM lense to 4/3 system** A: No this lens is only compatible with micro 4/3 cameras, not 4/3 cameras which your e-500 is. The om adaptor is no good either as that is for the old 35mm SLR lenses to fit your camera. Hope that is of some help. **Q: im about to buy the olympus o-md mark ii body, i need to know if this lens will be fine for other shots not just portrait? as in an all rounder??** A: Hi, this is indeed a great portraiture lens that has received excellent reviews, it is also quite at home taking images of landscapes. As you are probably aware? this is a 45mm in micro four thirds format which is equivalent to a 90mm in the 35mm camera format which in term can make it a little tricky if trying take a family picture in a small room or a building or bridge etc? where you will need to back off in order to accomodate everyone and everthing in the frame. 85mm (35mm format equiv) is the professional photographers choice for portrait work as this lens is which creates beautiful out of focus backgrounds, therefore I would have no hesitation in recommending this lens. For a general walk around camera which is ideal for group shots "weddings etc" I would recommend a 15mm (30mm equivalent in 35mm camera format) I wouldn't go any wider though if you are mainly looking to take images of family etc as you will more than likely get distortion ie people looking larger than they are. Hope this helps, and good luck. Excellent choice of camera as well by the way. **Q: is compatible with Olympus mark iv ??** A: If you have the Olympus OM-D E-M10 mark iv, this lens is very suitable. The lens is a great addition to your outfit, taking excellent portraits, landscapes, and flowers. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Near perfect lens for a bargain price *by A***O on 19 July 2014* I have Olympus's 25mm f1.8 prime too, which is more expensive, but I think this 45mm version is sharper. Its also just as neatly built, compact and performs just as well in terms of fast and accurate focusing. The 45mm length (90mm in 35mm terms of course) is useful for more than you'd think. Perfect for portraits, it's also great for giving a different perspective on landscapes and cityscapes. I've used it at classic car shows and although it's more tricky to get shots in confined spaces, it's worth the effort to get that slight telephoto look with the extra isolation (i.e. shallower depth of field) you get because the lens is a bit longer. Sharpness is the outstanding feature of this lens though. You notice it from the first shot you take. It makes you feel like a pro. As does the lovely rendering of out of focus backgrounds and a special 'quality' about the photos it takes that's hard to define. Contrast and colour are so good that you'll barely need to adjust your photos in Photoshop or the like. It's hard to take a duff shot with this lens. The only slight downside is that you don't get a lens hood or carrying pouch with the lens but you can pick them up very cheaply if you need them. The bottom line is that this is a near perfect and therefore essential lens for a bargain price. And it's my favourite Olympus lens so far (I also have the 17 f1.8 and the 25 f1.8). ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An absoute gem of a lens *by P***R on 24 June 2015* The pair of m43 zoom lenses I have (Panasonic 14-45mm Mk1 & Panasonic 100-300mm) have convinced me that prime lenses are the way to go for me. Micro four thirds zooms just do not deliver the results that I feel I can reasonably expect for their price. So I've started buying primes, and this little gem is one of them. I've had a little time to get used to this lens and I absolutely adore it. It is superb and produces beautifully sharp images especially if stopped down to F1:2.8-3.5. Oddly enough, I find I use this lens mostly a fair bit for macro work, in conjunction with a 10mm extension tube and and it works very well, though I intend to splash out on the 60mm Olympus macro lens when funds permit. It's also very useful for portrait shots, giving you a nice 90mm focal length to work with. It's surprisingly small and inexpensive, but don't let that fool you, this is an outstanding lens and I would say an absolute must-have for m43 owners. The only negatives are the lack of a supplied lens hood, which can be bought for about £12 or less if you don't buy an Olympus one, and the lack of a lens pouch/case, which is only noticable because Sigma provide both with their m43 lenses. The Panasonic 20mm lens is rightly very highly regarded (and is a lens I also own and enjoy) but this is the jewel in my kitbag. A really, REALLY great little lens at a bargain price for m43. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good reasons for purchasing, professional look and feel *by D***. on 19 November 2013* First of all, i must say that i would not have bought this lens if it had been priced similar to the 17 mm 1.8. The reason is that for portrait photography at this range of focal length, it would in principle be possible to use an old 50 mm manual lens with an adapter, which is not the case for wide angle because a 17 mm lens for film camera would be a fisheye lens which, used on a mft cam, would not yield much of the properties such a lens had originally been designed for. Also, a similar aperture seems not to be available from third party manufacturers and if so, would probably not be less costly. Therefore, the relatively moderate price together with the compactness and the advantage of using autofocus and motorized aperture were the arguments for purchasing. The finish entirely satisfies my expectations, the focus ring moves smoothly and it is clearly recognizable by the different guise as being more professional equipment than let's say the 14 mm - 42 mm kit lens or the 17 mm 2.8 pancake. Also important, it does not change its outside dimensions while focusing, in contrast to said kit zoom lens (during zooming) or pancake lenses (during focusing), which in my opinion makes it more rugged and resistant to deterioration, e.g. by accidentally forcing in the tubus while it is in the extended position, the most common way of destroying compact cameras. I cannot comment on the optical performance better than the known photography reviews and hence limit my evaluation to the mechanical aspects. ## Frequently Bought Together - Olympus M. 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