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Black compact ultra-wide zoom lens with silver zoom ring, 52mm front filter thread and retractable barrel

Olympus America Inc.

Olympus America Inc. V335940BW000 M.Zuiko Digital ED 9-18mm F4.0-5.6 II camera lens

SKU CH-R0K1-0Q1WC MPN V335940BW000

Ultra-wide zoom lens covering 9-18mm with 12 elements in 8 groups, 52mm filter thread, and 155g weight

  • Lens focal length9–18 mm Focal length (equiv. 35 mm): 18–36 mm
  • Lens apertureF4.0 (wide) / F5.6 (tele) Minimum aperture: F22 Number of ap
  • Viewing angle100° to 62°
  • Magnifying power0.1x
  • Optical constructionLens configuration: 12 elements / 8 groups Maximum image mag
  • Filter thread size52 mm (Front)
  • Ultra-wide 100° view captures expansive scenes with 9-18mm focal range
  • Weighs only 155 grams for effortless all-day shooting comfort
  • 25 cm close focus enables detailed wide-angle macro perspectives
  • 52 mm filter thread accepts standard accessories without vignetting
  • 12 elements in 8 groups with dual aspherical lenses reduce distortion

Ultra-wide zoom for Micro Four Thirds

The Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 9-18mm F4.0-5.6 II is a super wide-angle zoom lens designed for Micro Four Thirds cameras. It covers a focal range of 9-18mm, equivalent to 18-36mm in 35mm format, with a maximum aperture of f/4.0 at the wide end and f/5.6 at the telephoto end. The lens uses 12 elements in 8 groups, including Dual Super Aspherical glass, to achieve a compact barrel just 49.5mm long and weighing 155 grams.

Landscape and architecture shooters wanting

Photographers who prioritise portability for expansive landscapes, interior architecture or low-angle macro work with 25cm close focus will appreciate the light weight and 100° to 62° angle of view. Buyers needing a constant wide aperture, weather sealing, or compatibility with MC-14 and MC-20 teleconverters should look elsewhere, as this lens offers variable aperture and no converter support. It also lacks built-in image stabilisation and 5-axis Sync IS operation.

Simple front-mount attachment

The lens mounts natively to any Micro Four Thirds body and uses a standard 52mm front filter thread for circular polarisers or the dedicated hood to reduce ghosting in bright conditions. Autofocus is driven by a High-speed Imager AF (MSC) motor for quiet operation. The main installation pitfall is forgetting that the lens extends slightly on zoom, so the hood must be positioned correctly to avoid vignetting at the 9mm setting.

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Price $673.99
Pricier than about 62% of the 2,570 comparable items (median $546.49).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameOlympus
Model nameV335940BW000
Product typeDigital Camera Lenses
Product colorBlack
Audio & video
Lens focal length9–18 mm
Focal length (equiv. 35 mm): 18–36 mm
Lens apertureF4.0 (wide) / F5.6 (tele)
Minimum aperture: F22
Number of aperture blades: 7 Circular aperture diaphragm for natural background blurring
Viewing angle100° to 62°
Optical constructionLens configuration: 12 elements / 8 groups
Maximum image magnification: 0.05x (wide) / 0.1x (tele)
(equiv. 35 mm): 0.11x (wide) / 0.2x (tele)
Angle of view: 100–62°
Focusing method: High-speed Imager AF (MSC)
Closest focusing distance: 0.25m
Minimum field size: 321 × 241.2 mm (wide), 173 × 130 mm (tele)
ED lens elements: 1
Aspherical glass elements: 1
DSA lens elements: 2
HR elements: 1
StabilizationNo
Auto-focusYes
Size & build
Filter thread size52 mm (Front)
Product dimensions2.2 in × 1.9 in
Product weight5.4 oz
Shipping weight0.27 kg
Package size97 × 97 × 97 mm
Compatibility
Compatible withCompatible to Tele Converter MC-14: No
Compatible to Tele Converter MC-20: No
Operates with 5-axis Sync IS: No
More details
Magnifying power0.1x

Questions about this item

Does my Micro Four Thirds body need in-body stabilization for this lens to work?

The lens has no optical stabilization, so it relies entirely on the camera body if you want shake reduction; autofocus and aperture control function normally on any Micro Four Thirds body.

Will the 52 mm filter thread accept the circular polariser I already use on my 12-40 mm f/2.8 PRO?

Yes, the front thread is 52 mm, matching the filter size of many M.Zuiko zooms, so your existing polariser or ND filters will screw on directly.

How can I confirm the lens is communicating correctly after mounting it?

The camera should display the focal length changing from 9 mm to 18 mm as you zoom, show aperture values from f/4 to f/22, and the MSC autofocus motor should drive focus silently when you half-press the shutter.

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