Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 9-18mm f/4-5.6 Review

Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 9-18mm f/4-5.6 Verdict

Those looking for a compact ultra-wide angle lens for a Micro Four Thirds system camera can't go far wrong with this lens. It does have some weaknesses, but so long as you are aware of these this lens is more than capable of delivering very good quality results.

As it stands in the range, it is currently the best value ultra-wide for MFT and the collapsible, lightweight design means that it is perfect for taking on your travels.

 
  The Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 9-18mm f/4-5.6 performs well and has an excellent collapsible design.

Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 9-18mm f/4-5.6 Pros

Collapsible design
Lightweight
Fast, silent autofocus
Excellent sharpness in the centre of the frame throughout the zoom range
Low distortion
Good value compared to alternative

Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 9-18mm f/4-5.6 Cons

No lens hood supplied as standard
High CA levels towards the edges of the frame beyond 14mm
Prone to flare

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