Olympus OM-System Zuiko Auto-W 24mm f/2.0
The Olympus Auto-W 24mm f/2.0 is a 24mm f/2 lens designed for Olympus OM mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Olympus OM-System Zuiko Auto-W 24mm f/2.0
Get notified when one lists.
We'll text or email you the moment a Olympus OM-System Zuiko Auto-W 24mm f/2.0 is listed on GearFocus.
Have a Olympus Auto-W 24mm f/2.0 sitting in your bag?
You'd be the first listing for this model.
Serious buyers are already watching — list yours in minutes.
Available Now on GearFocus
OM System Olympus Digital 100-400mm f5-6.3 M.Zuiko IS II ED MSC Lens
Lens Overview — Olympus Auto-W 24mm f/2.0
Key Features — Olympus Auto-W 24mm f/2.0
24mm f/2.0 Aperture: A maximum aperture of f/2.0 is notably fast for a 24mm wide-angle prime, enabling low-light shooting and a shallower depth of field than more typical f/2.8 alternatives.
Olympus OM Mount: Designed for the Olympus OM SLR system and widely adaptable to modern mirrorless cameras via readily available OM-mount adapters.
Full-Frame Coverage: Covers a full 35mm frame with no vignetting penalty on compatible SLR bodies.
Manual Focus Design: Puts focus control entirely in the photographer's hands, suited to deliberate shooting styles and cinema-style focus pulls on adapted mirrorless systems.
Lightweight 270g Build: At just 270g, the lens adds minimal weight to any OM-mount body and travels easily for extended shooting sessions.
49mm Filter Thread: A compact 49mm filter diameter keeps the cost of compatible filters and accessories low.
Lens Specifications — Olympus Auto-W 24mm f/2.0
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Landscape, Architecture, Street, Travel |
| Lens Type | Wide-Angle |
| Format | Full Frame |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 24mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2 |
| Camera System | SLR |
| Lens Mount | Olympus OM |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 49mm |
Description — Olympus Auto-W 24mm f/2.0
The Olympus OM-System Zuiko Auto-W 24mm f/2.0 is a prime wide-angle lens built for full-frame SLR cameras using the Olympus OM mount. With a fixed 24mm focal length and a fast maximum aperture of f/2.0, it delivers a wide perspective with solid low-light capability relative to its focal length. Focusing is entirely manual, giving photographers direct, hands-on control over their shots.
The lens weighs a manageable 270g and accepts 49mm filters, keeping the overall system compact and accessible. There is no image stabilization, so technique and lighting conditions matter when shooting wide open. Whether used on native OM-system bodies or adapted to a modern camera, this classic Zuiko prime remains a practical and characterful wide-angle option.
Pros — Olympus Auto-W 24mm f/2.0
- ✓Fast maximum aperture of f/2.0 for a 24mm prime lens
- ✓Lightweight at just 270g, easy to carry for extended shooting sessions
- ✓Full-frame coverage ensures no crop penalty on compatible SLR bodies
Cons — Olympus Auto-W 24mm f/2.0
- ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus capability for fast-moving subjects
- ✗No image stabilization, requiring steady technique in lower light
- ✗Olympus OM mount limits native body compatibility to OM-system SLR cameras
Videos — Olympus Auto-W 24mm f/2.0
Are Olympus Zuiko The GOAT Vintage Lenses? — Lucy Lumen