OM System M.Zuiko 17mm f/1.8 vs OM System M.Zuiko 75mm f/1.8
Both are Micro Four Thirds mount primes for low-light — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | OM System M.Zuiko 17mm f/1.8 | OM System M.Zuiko 75mm f/1.8 |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 17mm | 75mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.8 | f/1.8 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Which should you buy?
- the OM System M.Zuiko 17mm f/1.8 (17mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the OM System M.Zuiko 75mm f/1.8 (75mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
Where to buy
OM System M.Zuiko 17mm f/1.8See price on Amazon
OM System M.Zuiko 75mm f/1.8See price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the OM System M.Zuiko 17mm f/1.8 and the OM System M.Zuiko 75mm f/1.8?
The OM System M.Zuiko 17mm f/1.8 is 17mm f/1.8 prime, Micro Four Thirds; the OM System M.Zuiko 75mm f/1.8 is 75mm f/1.8 prime, Micro Four Thirds. Both fit the Micro Four Thirds mount.
Do the OM System M.Zuiko 17mm f/1.8 and OM System M.Zuiko 75mm f/1.8 fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Micro Four Thirds mount lenses, so they fit OM System (Olympus) and Panasonic Lumix G Micro Four Thirds bodies.
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