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expiredphoinix | Staff posted Feb 2, 2026 8:18 AM

Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 45mm f/1.8 Micro Four Thirds Lens (Black or Silver)

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Various Retailers has Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 45mm f/1.8 Micro Four Thirds Lens (Black or Silver) on sale for $279.99 listed below. Shipping is free.

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    • The Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 45mm f/18 is a very fast light portrait lens in a compact size and excels in low light conditions w/ shallow depth of field, pro level quality portraits
    • Quiet movie still compatible lens drive for video shooting
    • Product is eligible for refund/replacement within 30-days of purchase
    • Offer valid through February 11, 2026 or while promotional price/supplies last
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Various Retailers has Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 45mm f/1.8 Micro Four Thirds Lens (Black or Silver) on sale for $279.99 listed below. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Deal Hunter phoinix for finding this deal

Note, product must be sold/shipped by the respective retailer.

Product/colorway availability will vary by retailer

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Written by Discombobulated | Staff
  • About the Deal
    • The Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 45mm f/18 is a very fast light portrait lens in a compact size and excels in low light conditions w/ shallow depth of field, pro level quality portraits
    • Quiet movie still compatible lens drive for video shooting
    • Product is eligible for refund/replacement within 30-days of purchase
    • Offer valid through February 11, 2026 or while promotional price/supplies last
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Feb 3, 2026 3:13 AM
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brownbag387Feb 3, 2026 3:13 AM
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Great portrait lens but I would still prefer an excellent from mpb for its price
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Feb 3, 2026 5:02 AM
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SteeldealsFeb 3, 2026 5:02 AM
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It's currently the same price at all authorized dealers in the US that carry this lens (via a $200 "instant rebate"). The OM System company is in the process of clearing out remaining lenses that have the older Olympus branding.
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Feb 3, 2026 5:09 AM
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poorgradFeb 3, 2026 5:09 AM
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Do these have OIS when used with Panasonic bodies?
Feb 3, 2026 6:02 AM
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TheHeartlessFeb 3, 2026 6:02 AM
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An incredibly sharp lens and a pretty good deal if you don't already have a comparable lens. I absolutely adore this lens and it rarely comes off my GX85.

There is one on MPB in "Excellent" condition but the notes list:
"The internal optics have a small amount of moisture, but this doesn't affect functionality."

It may be a while before the secondhand market reflects these prices if they're closeout prices. But since they are technically on sale the SRP will stay as the baseline.
Feb 3, 2026 7:00 AM
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SDSummerDayFeb 3, 2026 7:00 AM
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Quote from poorgrad :
Do these have OIS when used with Panasonic bodies?
those have no OIS, only pro lens from olympus do, and no, they don't work with each other. you only get IBIS if you mix the brands.

that said, i think i got my copy for much cheap out from olympus outlet years ago. i do think whomever pays 480 MSRP is out of their minds. IMHO the only regular prime olympus lense that worth 500 dollars is the 75m F1.8
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Feb 3, 2026 1:18 PM
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Feb 3, 2026 4:43 PM
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PriceTheoryFeb 3, 2026 4:43 PM
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This is a great little lens.

I don't use it as much as I should (these days it is rare I grab the "real" camera, and almost always it is to shoot with a tele zoom), but it is a great looking lens in the portrait range.

At 90mm full frame equivalent, it is close to a standard 85mm portrait length for headshots or partial body. Can get good background blurring when you open it up and decent background compression when you stop it down (e.g. you want the mountains in the background to seem bigger).

For reference, it is a little longer than the 3X lens on a iphone 15 or earlier. Shorter than the 5x on the 16 pro (which I find annoyingly a little too long--portraits get a bit too flat).

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Feb 3, 2026 5:20 PM
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TonyB7111Feb 3, 2026 5:20 PM
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Love this lens for fast and lovely portrait work at parties and events where you dont want to get right up on someone to capture some sweet candids.
Feb 3, 2026 6:39 PM
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kxchan427Feb 3, 2026 6:39 PM
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Quote from poorgrad :
Do these have OIS when used with Panasonic bodies?
Certain Panasonic camera bodies have built in image stabilization on newer models like the GX85, GX9, G9, GH5II or newer.
Feb 3, 2026 7:03 PM
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PurpeanaFeb 3, 2026 7:03 PM
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I have this lens and it's great, especially for travel since it's so small. I pretty much only use this and the 25mm 1.8 prime for 95% of the shots I take. I would seek out the used market though. I bought mine used from B&H for $180 two years ago and it was basically brand new.
Feb 3, 2026 7:13 PM
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brokegearguruFeb 3, 2026 7:13 PM
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Great lens performs better than it's size would indicate. Really easy to add to a camera bag.

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