Overview

The Olympus OM-System Zuiko Auto-T 250mm f/2 is a rare, legendary super-telephoto lens with exceptional build quality, featuring all-metal construction, a smooth internal focusing mechanism, and a retractable hood. Optically, it delivers outstanding sharpness and contrast, though wide-open vignetting (~1.9 EV) is noticeable. Its main weaknesses are extreme weight (~4 kg) and rarity, with only a few hundred copies made. It suits dedicated sports or wildlife photographers who can manage its size and cost ($5000–8000+), and who demand top-tier optical performance.