OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 90mm f/3.5 Macro IS PRO Lens

OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 90mm f/3.5 Macro IS PRO Lens Summary

The OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 90mm f/3.5 Macro IS PRO Lens brings pioneering magnification in a highly portable format for OM System MFT cameras. The compact prime offers an equivalent 180mm focal length (full-frame format) and allows you to shoot native macro magnifications of 0.5x 1x and up to 2x which rises to 4x magnification when the MC-20 Teleconverter is attached. This provides a unique opportunity to photograph impossibly tiny details which are far too small for the naked eye to see.

Macro shooters also benefit from up to 7-stops combined 5-axis stabilisation when shooting with cameras such as the OM System OM-1 or 6-stops lens-only IS. You can also continue working during virtually any conditions thanks to class-leading IP 53 rated weather protection while benefiting from pro features such as the focus limiter switch and a manual focus clutch.

Image quality is outstanding due to an advanced optical formula consistent with ‘PRO' OM System lenses which are capable of rendering professional-level results.

Key M.Zuiko Digital ED 90mm f/3.5 Macro Lens Features

• Outstanding image quality even at extremely high magnification
• 6 stops optical image stabilisation rising to 7-stops combined body sync stabilisation
• 2x native magnification up to 4x with Olympus M.Zuiko Digital MC-20 Teleconverter
• 224m minimum focus distance (S-MACRO)
• 180mm equivalent focal length in full-frame format
• Compact 62mm filter thread
• Lightest macro in its class at just 453g
• Class-leading IP53 weather resistance
• 18 elements / 13 groups with special lens elements
• Compatible with Olympus STF-8 Macro Flash

OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 90mm f/3.5 Macro IS PRO Lens in More Detail

Get closer than ever with high magnification

When shooting natively without teleconverters you can achieve 0.5x magnification 1x (1:1 life-size macro) right up to 2x maximum magnification. However the M.Zuiko Digital ED 90mm f/3.5 Macro lens is also compatible with Olympus teleconverters to increase magnification up to a maximum 4x with the Olympus M.Zuiko Digital MC-20 Teleconverter. This offers a significant advantage for photographers who want to draw out every hidden detail whilst retaining the benefits of focus to infinity which isn’t possible with extension tubes.

Superior resolution

M.Zuiko employed an optical design consisting of 18 elements / 13 groups which includes 2 Super ED lenses 4 ED lenses 1 Super HR lens 1 HR lens. These combine to render exceptional resolution with extremely well controlled aberrations and fringing and result in all-round superb image quality even outgunning the highly regarded M.Zuiko Digital ED 60mm f/2.8 Macro Lens.

5-axis sync Image Stabilisation (IS)

Users benefit from up to 7-stops combined stabilisation with compatible cameras such as the OM System OM-1. This allows you to handhold and capture incredible detail even in common low light situations which are prevalent which shooting macro images. Lens-only IS of 6-stops also provides excellent stabilisation when working with other micro four thirds cameras which do not offer Since IS. (7-stops measured by CIPA with yaw and pitch applied to camera half-press IS set to Off). In order to gain more light you can add a macro-specific Olympus fit flash such as the Olympus STF-8 Macro Flash which complements the lens with a dust splash and freeze-proof design.

Extremely lightweight portable

With the MFT system based around portability M.Zuiko has kept the weight of the Digital ED 90mm f/3.5 Macro IS PRO Lens to just 453g which makes it the lightest macro of its class. It’s also compact measuring 136 mm long and boasting a compact 62mm filter thread for essential lens filters such as a circular polariser to cut glare and reflections.

Support for professional workflows

With many macro subjects moving at speed it’s essential for the OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 90mm f/3.5 Macro IS PRO Lens to support fast workflows. It does this through a manual focus clutch allowing the lens to be switched instantly between AF/MF for precise focusing.

A Focus Limiter switch is also included which reduces the focus throw to support quicker focusing over a shorter distance while extensive weather seals result in class-leading IP 53 weather rating with compatible cameras.

This ensures you can continue shooting nature macro and capture everything from raindrops crystals of ice and snow to fungi and other moist subjects.

Fast MSC focusing

An MSC mechanism within the M.Zuiko Digital ED 90mm f/3.5 Macro provides fast and silent autofocusing for both movie and stills shooting white the 7 (circular aperture diaphragm) renders pleasing smooth out of focus areas in the image.

What’s in the box

• OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 90mm f/3.5 Macro IS PRO Lens for Micro Four Thirds
• LH-66E Lens Hood
• LC-62G Lens Cap
• LR-2 Lens Rear Cap
• CS-53 Wrapping Cloth
• Instruction Manual
• Warranty Card

OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 90mm f/3.5 Macro IS PRO Lens Sample photos

Sample 1 © Chris McGinnis. Camera settings: 1/100sec. f/8. ISO 200

Sample 2 © Chris McGinnis. Camera settings: 1/100sec. f/6.3. ISO 200

Sample 3 © Chris McGinnis. Camera settings: 1/100sec. f/8. ISO 200

Sample 4 © Jamie Rosencrans. Camera settings: 1/100sec. f/8. ISO 250