Compact Olympus OM mount 24mm f/2.8 wide-angle with multi-coated Zuiko optics.
The Olympus Zuiko MC Auto-W 24mm f/2.8 is a wide-angle prime lens for the Olympus OM mount system. Multi-coated for excellent contrast and flare resistance, this lens provides a dramatic wide-angle perspective that excels at landscapes, architecture, and environmental portraiture on Olympus OM-series cameras.
Optical quality is very good with the multi-coating delivering clean, punchy images with accurate colour rendition. Edge performance is respectable for a wide-angle of this era, and the lens handles backlit situations well thanks to the effective anti-reflection coatings. The f/2.8 aperture provides adequate speed for most wide-angle applications.
Build quality follows the compact Olympus OM philosophy with a small, lightweight metal barrel that complements the diminutive OM camera bodies perfectly. The focus ring is smooth and precise, and the compact dimensions make this lens genuinely easy to carry for extended shooting sessions without fatigue or bulk.
On the used market, the Zuiko 24mm f/2.8 offers excellent wide-angle performance for OM system users and adapted mirrorless shooters. The combination of Olympus optical quality, compact size, and reasonable prices makes it one of the most practical vintage wide-angle options available for creative photography.