Overview

The Olympus OM-System Zuiko MC Auto-W 24mm f/2.8 is a compact, all-metal lens praised for its small size and excellent handling. Optically, it delivers very sharp central resolution from f/5.6 to f/11 with good color and contrast. Weaknesses include heavy vignetting and soft corners wide open, significant flare and ghosting, busy bokeh with hexagonal highlights, and moderate to strong lateral chromatic aberration. It suits photographers seeking a tiny, lightweight wide-angle for stopped-down use, but not for backlit scenes or wide-open work.