The M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 9-18mm 1:4.0-5.6 (35mm equivalent focal length: 18-36mm) expands the new lens system. The ultra compactness is undeniable with its weight of only 155g & a total length of 49.5mm, possible through the retractable parking mechanism. Compared with our existing ultra wide-angle zoom “ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 9-18mm 1:4.0-5.6” the volume has been reduced by 50% & the weight also by 40%. It is not only the amazing compactness that satisfies. You can easily create powerful effects of perspective or use it for excellent close-up shooting with a minimum distance of 25cm from the lens front. Features Ultra wide angle zoom Extreme fast high-speed contrast AF Optimised for movie shooting with low focusing noise Multi-coating on all lens elements Circular aperture diaphragm