The Olympus Zuiko Digital ED 50-200mm 1:2.8-3.5 SWD is a super-telephoto zoom lens. The Olympus 50-200mm lens offers superb close-up shooting capability with an outstanding minimum shooting distance of just 1.2 meters.The Olympus Zuiko Digital ED 50-200mm 1:2.8-3.5 SWD is a popular pro-class telephoto zoom lens. The new Olympus 50-200mm lens autofocuses faster than the previous model by two times. The Olympus Zuiko Digital ED 50-200mm 1:2.8-3.5 SWD lens hood has a sliding window to facilitate rotation of a polarizing filter when one is used. The Olympus 50-200mm offers superb close-up shooting capability with an outstanding minimum shooting distance of just 1.2 meters throughout the zoom range. With a maximum shooting magnification of 0.21x (equivalent to 0.42x on a 35mm camera lens) this lens outperforms any other in its class. The powerful closeup shooting capability makes it easy to capture shots of small, easily disturbed small nature subjects from a comfortable distance. To accompany the release of the E-3 professional D-SLR, Olympus is expanding its range of ZUIKO DIGITAL lenses, which are compatible with all Four Thirds System-based camera bodies. Among the new lenses are the astounding Olympus Zuiko Digital ED 50-200mm 1:2.8-3.5 SWD (Supersonic Wave Drive) models which boast the world’s fastest autofocus speeds and represent a new benchmark for professional versatility and performance. In addition to a near telecentric design, the Olympus Zuiko Digital ED 50-200mm 1:2.8-3.5 SWD pro lenses are dust and splash-proofed to meet the special requirements of professional use. These high-performance Olympus ED 50-200mm are robust and bright for a pros daily work.