This single-focal-length portrait lens has a beautiful shallow depth of field which allows for background blurring effects that are not possible with the 14-42mm kit zoom lens. The Movie-Still-Compatible (MSC) mechanism utilizes nearly "silent" focusing technology. It is great for tracking a moving child or pet, and provides a quick and silent focus mechanism for movies and still photography.
| Mount Standard | Micro Four Thirds System Standard |
|---|---|
| Focal Length | 45mm |
| 35mm Equivalent Focal Length | 90mm |
| Lens Construction | 9 Elements in 8 Groups |
| 2 E-HR lenses | |
| Angle of View | 27 Degree |
| AF System | High-speed Imager AF(MSC) |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 0.5m |
| Maximum Image Magnification | 0.11x |
| 35mm Equivalent Max. Image Magnification | 0.22x |
| Minimum Field Size | 118 x 157 mm |
| Number of Blades | 7 (Circular Aperture Diaphragm) |
| Maximum Aperture | f1.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | f22 |
| Filter Size | Diameter 37mm |
| Dimensions | Diameter 56 x 46mm |
| Weight | 116g |
| Box Contents | Lens Cap(LC-37B), Lens Rear Cap(LR-2), Decoration Ring(DR-40) Instruction Manual, Olympus Worldwide Warranty Card |