Released February 2024

This retractable lens offers excellent portability. Enjoy the photographic possibilities of an ultra-wide-angle zoom lens with ease. Mount: Micro Four Thirds mount. Focal length: 9-18mm (equivalent to 18-36mm in 35mm format). Maximum aperture: F4.0. Filter diameter: 52mm. [ED918MMF4056II] [report] ED918MMF4056II Released February 2024
This ultra-wide-angle zoom lens easily expands your photographic possibilities. With a focal length of 9-18mm (equivalent to 18-36mm in 35mm format), a minimum focusing distance of 25cm across the entire lens, and a maximum magnification of 0.11x at the wide-angle end and 0.2x at the telephoto end (35mm equivalent), this lens will help you easily expand your photographic possibilities in nature scenes. For example, the wide angle of view unique to ultra-wide-angle zoom lenses allows for a wide variety of shots, including expansive natural landscapes, low-angle shots with a wide sky, and wide macro shots that capture a sense of perspective, all while capturing the surrounding area. The wide angle of view is also ideal for capturing video of natural landscapes. High image quality and a compact, lightweight design (Φ56.2 x 49.3mm, 154g) make this lens convenient for portability. The front DSA (Dual Super Aspherical) lens element captures a 100° angle of view, while the rearmost double aspherical lens element instantly eliminates aberrations, achieving high image quality and compactness. Even when paired with the OM SYSTEM OM-5 mirrorless camera, the lightweight system weighs just 568g. Furthermore, a retractable barrel mechanism allows for easy portability, even at a total length of just 49.3mm.
Completely new design Includes a newly adopted flower-shaped lens hood (LH-55D) The color and knurling design have been completely redesigned. It has a unified look with other M.ZUIKO lenses, achieving a high-quality design and ease of use. The new flower-shaped lens hood (LH-55D) is included, and can be stored in an inverted position when carrying around. Accessories: Lens hood (LH-55D), lens cap (LC-52D), lens rear cap (LR-2), instruction manual, OMDS local warranty card. Specifications: Focal length: 9-18mm (35mm equivalent: 18-36mm). Lens construction: 8 groups, 12 elements. Angle of view: 100° - 62°. Minimum focusing distance: 0.25m. Maximum magnification (35mm equivalent): Wide: 0.05x / Tele: 0.10x. Wide: 0.11x / Tele: 0.20x. Closest focusing range: Wide: 321.0 x 241.2mm. Tele: 73.0 x 130.0mm. Number of aperture blades: 7 (circular aperture) Maximum aperture ratio: F4.0 (9mm) - F5.6 (18mm) Minimum aperture ratio: F22 Filter size: ⌀52mm Dimensions (maximum diameter x total length): φ56.2 x 49.3mm Weight: 154g (excluding lens cap, lens rear cap, and lens hood) Manufacturer's warranty period: 1 year