Olympus 35-100mm f/2 Zuiko ED Lens
The Olympus 35-100mm f/2 ED is a 35–100mm f/2 lens designed for Four Thirds mount cameras. Used copies start from $771.8 on GearFocus, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Olympus 35-100mm f/2 Zuiko ED Lens
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Lens Overview — Olympus 35-100mm f/2 ED
Key Features — Olympus 35-100mm f/2 ED
Constant f/2 Aperture: Maintains a maximum aperture of f/2 across the entire zoom range, ensuring consistent exposure and background separation at any focal length.
70-200mm Full-Frame Equivalent: The 35-100mm range on the Four Thirds system translates to a 70-200mm equivalent field of view, covering classic portrait and telephoto applications.
Four Thirds Mount: Designed specifically for the Four Thirds DSLR system, compatible with cameras from Olympus and Panasonic using this mount.
ED Glass Elements: Extra-low dispersion glass elements reduce chromatic aberration for sharper, higher-contrast images across the zoom range.
Autofocus with Manual Override: Supports both autofocus and manual focus operation, giving photographers the flexibility to switch modes as the shooting situation demands.
77mm Filter Thread: Standard 77mm filter thread allows compatibility with a wide range of polarizers, ND filters, and other common accessories.
Lens Specifications — Olympus 35-100mm f/2 ED
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Portrait, Wedding, Event, Studio |
| Lens Type | Zoom |
| Format | Four Thirds |
| Zoom/Prime | Zoom |
| Focal Length | 35–100mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2 |
| Camera System | DSLR |
| Lens Mount | Four Thirds |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Focus Type | Auto, Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 77mm |
Description — Olympus 35-100mm f/2 ED
The Olympus 35-100mm f/2 Zuiko ED is a telephoto zoom lens built exclusively for the Four Thirds mount system. It covers a focal length range of 35mm to 100mm and maintains a constant maximum aperture of f/2 throughout that range — a significant specification for any zoom lens. This constant aperture means exposure consistency regardless of where you are in the zoom range.
The lens offers both autofocus and manual focus modes, providing flexibility across different shooting scenarios. A 77mm filter thread ensures compatibility with widely available filter accessories. Weighing in at 1,650g, this is a substantial optic clearly aimed at professional use cases where optical performance takes priority over portability.
It is worth noting that image stabilization is not present in this lens, so any stabilization requirements must be addressed through the camera body. As a Four Thirds system lens, it is compatible with DSLR cameras built on that platform.
Pros — Olympus 35-100mm f/2 ED
- ✓Constant f/2 maximum aperture maintained across the full 35-100mm zoom range
- ✓Versatile focal length range of 35mm to 100mm covering telephoto reach
- ✓Supports both autofocus and manual focus operation
Cons — Olympus 35-100mm f/2 ED
- ✗No image stabilization — specifications explicitly list stabilization as 'None'
- ✗Weighs 1,650g, making it one of the heavier options for handheld shooting
- ✗Limited to Four Thirds mount cameras, which represent a narrower ecosystem
Videos — Olympus 35-100mm f/2 ED
Olympus Zuiko Digital 35-100mm f/2 ED - RED35 Review — Jimmy Cheng (RED35)