Overview

The Olympus Zuiko 180mm f/2 is a rare, manual-focus super-telephoto lens from the 1980s, praised for stunning image quality with minimal complaints. It features all-metal build, a detachable tripod collar, and is relatively lightweight at 1700g without collar, comparable to a 70-200mm f/2.8. Weaknesses include a 100mm front filter thread (no drop-in slot) and rarity, with prices from $2500 to $10,000. It suits manual-focus enthusiasts, especially bird photographers, and works well on mirrorless cameras with focus peaking.