OM System
M.Zuiko Digital ED 30mm F3.5 Macro
Micro Four Thirds Mount
M.Zuiko Digital ED 30mm F3.5 Macro — 30mm f/3.5 for Micro Four Thirds, a popular choice in the om-system lineup.
$549
Launch priceReleased Jun 2020
Sony
FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
Sony E Mount
The standard telephoto zoom, completely redesigned to be 29% lighter and significantly sharper.
$2,799
Launch priceReleased Oct 2021
FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II is 1.3 years newer.
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Wins
M.Zuiko Digital ED 30mm F3.5 Macro
Wins
FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BFE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II has higher OIS effectiveness (4.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- AM.Zuiko Digital ED 30mm F3.5 Macro has lower Weight (128 g vs 1045 g)
- AM.Zuiko Digital ED 30mm F3.5 Macro has lower Min focus distance (9.5 cm vs 40 cm)
- AM.Zuiko Digital ED 30mm F3.5 Macro has higher Max magnification (1.25 × vs 0.3 ×)
- AM.Zuiko Digital ED 30mm F3.5 Macro has lower Length (60 mm vs 200 mm)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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⌀56 × 60 mm
128 g (0.28 lb / 4.52 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
⌀88 × 200 mm
1045 g (2.30 lb / 36.86 oz)
M.Zuiko Digital ED 30mm F3.5 Macro is 140mm shorter and 32mm narrower than FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II.
M.Zuiko Digital ED 30mm F3.5 Macro is 917 g lighter than FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II.
Diameter (⌀) is the maximum barrel width; length is measured from the mount to the front of the lens.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose the M.Zuiko Digital ED 30mm F3.5 Macro
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 1 ED
- ✓
Weight
128 g vs 1045 g — lower is better
- ✓
Min focus distance
9.5 cm vs 40 cm — lower is better
- ✓
Max magnification
1.25 × vs 0.3 × — higher is better
- ✓
Length
60 mm vs 200 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Diameter
56 mm vs 88 mm — lower is better
Reasons to choose the FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 1 XA, 1 Aspherical, 1 Super ED…
- ✓
OIS effectiveness
4.5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
- ✓
Optical stabilization
Only FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II supports it
- ✓
Custom function button
Only FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II supports it
- ✓
Max aperture (Wide)
f/2.8 vs f/3.5 — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Tele)
f/2.8 vs f/3.5 — lower is better
Shared specifications
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Weather sealing
Both support weather sealing
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
M.Zuiko Digital ED 30mm F3.5 Macro
Pros
- ✓Lightweight design easy to carry all day
- ✓Solid optical performance for the price tier
- ✓Native Micro Four Thirds mount compatibility
Cons
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
Pros
- ✓Extremely lightweight for an f/2.8 telephoto zoom (only 1045g)
- ✓Virtually instantaneous and silent autofocus with 4 XD Linear motors
- ✓Stunning optical performance and contrast across entire range
- ✓Outstanding built-in Optical SteadyShot stabilization
- ✓Dedicated physical aperture ring with click and lock switches
Cons
- –Very high price tag
- –Lens hood is bulky and can block storage space easily
Decided which one is right for you?
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OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 30mm F3.5 Macro
Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.