OM System M.Zuiko ED 150-600mm f/5-6.3 IS
OM System · 150–600 mm · f/5–6.3 · Image Stabilization
Score Breakdown
Scores combine our editorial testing with published lab data.
64
SCORE /100
What We Like
+Exceptional focal length range: 300-1200mm (35mm equiv.) extends to 2400mm with teleconverter—ideal for wildlife and distant subjects
+Excellent image stabilization: Up to 7 stops of Sync IS compensation enables confident handheld shooting at extreme focal lengths
+Fast and silent autofocus system: Movie and Still Compatible (MSC) with stepping motors delivers quick, quiet performance suitable for action and wildlife
+Impressive close-focus capability: 0.56m minimum focus at 150mm with 0.7x magnification enables compelling tele-macro photography
+Rugged weather sealing: IPX1 splash/dust proof with fluorine coating makes it reliable in harsh field conditions
+Well-built construction: Solid engineering with Arca-Swiss tripod collar and heavy-duty locking mechanisms ensures professional-grade durability
Worth Knowing
−Significant weight and size: At 2.065kg, it's the heaviest Micro Four Thirds lens and bulky relative to the system format, limiting extended handheld shooting
−Premium pricing: At ~$2,700 USD, it costs considerably more than comparable full-frame alternatives like the Nikon Z 180-600mm ($1,700)
−Softer image quality at 600mm: Some reviewers noted reduced contrast and slight haze at maximum focal length compared to the wider end; sharpens up when stopped down
−Focus hunting in certain conditions: Autofocus can hunt for focus in some scenarios; focus limiter controls help but require user management
General | |
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About This LensThe OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-600mm f/5.0-6.3 IS offers compelling image quality, excellent build quality and extreme reach. Its 300-1200mm equivalent focal-length range extends to 2400mm with a teleconverter, making it ideal for capturing nature, birds, and other wildlife. Although not a PRO lens, the AF performance is fast enough for action and wildlife, with practically no AF operation sound. As the heaviest lens in the Micro Four Thirds lineup at over 2kg, it demands a tripod or monopod for extended use but rewards serious wildlife photographers with unmatched reach in a relatively portable package. | |
| Brand | OM System |
| Release Year | 2024 |
Production Status ⓘCurrent status of lens manufacturing (e.g., in production, discontinued). |  In Production |
Lens Mount ⓘThe lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras. | Micro Four Thirds |
System ⓘIndicates which camera system the lens is designed to attach to. | Micro Four Thirds |
Maximum Format ⓘLargest sensor size compatible with the lens. | Micro Four Thirds |
Physical63/100 | |
| Lens Weight | 2065 g |
Lens Diameter ⓘWidth of the lens at its widest point | 109.4 mm |
Lens Length ⓘHow long the lens is from front to back. | 264 mm |
Front Filter Compatible ⓘSome lenses are compatible with front filters, some are compatible with back filters and some are compatible with both. Front filters are usually more convenient to add and remove. |  Yes |
Front Filter Size ⓘDiameter of attachable filters. | 95 mm |
Optics53/100 | |
Focal Range ⓘShortest to longest focal length of the lens (zoom range start - end ) | 150–600 mm |
Aperture Range ⓘLargest aperture at the lens's shortest focal length to longest focal length (aperture range start - end) | 5–6.3 |
| Focal Length Angle of View | 8.2°–2.1° |
Flange Focal Distance ⓘDistance from lens mount to sensor. | 19.25 mm |
Diaphragm Type ⓘStructure and design of the aperture |  Automatic |
Blades ⓘNumber of diaphragm blades in aperture | 9020 |
Zoom Lens ⓘZoom allows you to vary the focal length, change between long shots and close-ups |  Yes |
Zoom Mechanism ⓘSystem enabling zoom function |  Manual |
Zoom Ring ⓘIf zooming is adjusted using a zoom ring |  Yes |
Zoom Type ⓘThe design or approach to zooming |  Rotary |
Closest Focusing Distance ⓘMinimum distance for a subject to be in focus. | 56 cm01500 |
Maximum Magnification ⓘLargest size a subject can be reproduced | 0.35x |
| Autofocus Mode |  Yes |
| Manual Mode |  Yes |
| Manual Focusing Ring |  Yes |
Features100/100 | |
Weather Sealing ⓘWeather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions. |  Yes |
Fluorine Coating ⓘCoating to repel water and oil from lens elements. |  Yes |
| Built In Lens Hood | No |
Zoom Lock ⓘZoom lock allows the zoom ring to be locked at the desired focal length |  Yes |
Teleconverter ⓘA teleconverter (extender) is an extra piece of equipment that fits between the lens and the camera body to enhance magnification |  Yes |
| Image Stabilization | Yes |
IS Efficiency ⓘIS efficiency refers to the effectiveness of the image stabilization system in compensating for the blurring effects of camera shake, quantified by the number of stops of stabilization it provides. | 7 stops |
Construction44/100 | |
Elements ⓘLens elements refer to individual pieces of glass within the lens. | 25 |
| Groups | 15 |
Aspherical Elements ⓘThe number of aspherical lens elements which can help correct aberrations such as spherical aberration. | 0 |
Bi Aspherical Elements ⓘElements with two non-spherical surfaces | 0 |
Low Dispersion ⓘElements that reduce chromatic aberration | 2 |
Super Low Dispersion ⓘAdvanced elements further reducing chromatic aberration | 4 |
CA Reduction ⓘBuilt-in features to reduce chromatic aberration | 0 |
Internal Focusing ⓘInternal Focusing means that the lens does not change in size during focusing, and the front element does not rotate. |  Yes |