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M.Zuiko Digital ED 100-400mm F5.0-6.3 IS

Micro Four Thirds · Zoom · MICRO FOUR_THIRDS

M.Zuiko Digital ED 100-400mm F5.0-6.3 IS — 100–400mm f/5-6.3 for Micro Four Thirds, a popular choice in the om-system lineup.

$1,499

Launch price

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Last updated June 2026

Key specs at a glance

Focal Length

100-400 mm

Max Aperture

f/5-6.3

Mount

Micro Four Thirds

Coverage

Micro Four Thirds

Stabilization

3 stops

Weight

1120 g

Min Focus

130 cm

Filter Size

72 mm

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Best for

Use-case scores

Scored algorithmically from verified specs. 10 = best in class.

Portrait

Fair
5.5/ 10
  • · Covers the classic 85-135mm portrait focal length range
  • · 9-blade rounded diaphragm creates creamy out-of-focus highlights

Sports & Action

Fair
4.5/ 10
  • · Long telephoto reach (400mm) captures distant sports action
  • · Optical image stabilization assists when shooting handheld

Video & Hybrid

Good
6.0/ 10
  • · Optical image stabilization is vital for steady handheld panning
  • · Internal focusing keeps lens length constant and stops rotation

Landscape

Fair
4.0/ 10
  • · Weather-sealed body protects against dust and rain in the field

Travel

Fair
5.0/ 10
  • · Massive 4x zoom range covers wide to telephoto in one lens
  • · Weather-sealed body is prepared for varied travel climates

Wildlife

Excellent
8.5/ 10
  • · Excellent telephoto reach (400mm) for bird and animal shots
  • · Optical image stabilization is crucial to keep telephoto shots steady

Macro & Close-up

Limited
3.5/ 10
  • · Moderate close-up capabilities with 0.29x magnification
  • · OIS stabilizes macro shooting, compensating for high-magnification handshake

Pros

  • Versatile zoom range covers multiple focal lengths in one lens
  • Built-in optical image stabilization
  • Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting

Cons

  • Relatively heavy for extended handheld use
  • Slower maximum aperture limits low-light performance

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Full specifications

Verified specs · OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 100-400mm F5.0-6.3 IS

Optical Design

Focal length (Min)100 mm
Focal length (Max)400 mm
Max aperture (Wide)f/5
Max aperture (Tele)f/6.3
Elements21
Groups14
Special elements4 ED, 2 Super HR, 2 HR

Focus System

Min focus distance130 cm
Max magnification0.29 ×
Autofocus motorMSC
Internal focusYes

Image Stabilization

Optical stabilizationYes
OIS effectiveness3 stops

Physical Specs

Weight1120 g
Length205.7 mm
Diameter86.4 mm
Filter thread size72 mm
Weather sealingYes
Diaphragm blades9

Compatibility

Lens mountMicro Four Thirds
Format coverageMicro Four Thirds

Features

Control ringYes
Custom function buttonYes