Opteka
Opteka OPTM3517O 35mm f/1.7 Manual Focus Lens Micro Four Thirds
A compact 35 mm f/1.7 manual prime for Micro Four Thirds cameras with a 9-blade aperture, 6-element optical design and 49 mm filter thread
- PartCompact ILC Lenses
- TypeFixed Length Lens
- ColorBlack
- Diameter49mm
- CompatibilityOlympus
- Focus TypeManual Focus
- Bright low-light shots with fast f/1.7 aperture
- Sharp edge-to-edge detail from 6-element optical design
- Smooth background blur via 9-blade diaphragm
- Reduced flare and ghosting from HD anti-reflective coating
- Compact all-metal build weighs just 7.2 oz
Compact Micro Four Thirds prime for manual shooters
The Opteka OPTM3517O is a 35 mm f/1.7 manual-focus lens built for Olympus Micro Four Thirds cameras. It suits enthusiasts who want a lightweight all-metal prime and beginners learning manual exposure control on mirrorless bodies.
49 mm filter thread matches common accessories
The front thread measures 49 mm, so existing circular polarisers, ND filters or lens caps fit without step-up rings. This single specification decides whether the lens integrates with your current filter kit.
Simple native mount, no electronics to configure
The lens mounts directly on any Olympus M43 body with no adapters or firmware updates. The clickless aperture ring turns smoothly, but the lack of autofocus and image stabilisation means handheld low-light work demands steady technique and accurate manual focusing.
Highlights
- Bright low-light shots with fast f/1.7 aperture
- Sharp edge-to-edge detail from 6-element optical design
- Smooth background blur via 9-blade diaphragm
- Reduced flare and ghosting from HD anti-reflective coating
- Compact all-metal build weighs just 7.2 oz
Specifications
| Brand | Opteka |
|---|---|
| Model | OPTM3517O |
| Part | Compact ILC Lenses |
| Type | Fixed Length Lens |
| Color | Black |
| Diameter | 49mm |
| Compatibility | Olympus |
| Focus Type | Manual Focus |
| Focal Length | 35 mm |
| Camera Mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| Lens Construction | 6 elements in 5 groups |
| Filter thread (Diameter) | 49 mm |
| Specifications | COMPATIBILITY Can be used on all Olympus M43 series mirrorless digital cameras including OM-D E-M10, E-M5, E-M1, PEN E-PL7, E-PL6, E-PL5, E-PL3, E-PL1, E-PL1s, E-P5, E-P3, E-P2, E-P1, E-PM2 and E-PM1. |
| Image Stabilization | No |
| Autofocus | No |
| Features | BEAUTIFUL BOKEH Boke is one of the most popular subjects in photography. A 9-blade aperture diaphragm delivers beautiful, soft backgrounds which makes photographs visually appealing, forcing us to focus our attention on a particular area of the image. |
| Dimensions | 2.25 x 1.7 x 2.25 in. |
| Weight | 7.2 oz. |
Questions about this item
What does the 35 mm focal length give me on a Micro Four Thirds camera?
It provides a field of view similar to a short telephoto lens, suitable for portraits and general subjects with a natural perspective.
How does the Micro Four Thirds mount affect aperture control?
The lens has a clickless aperture ring for smooth manual adjustment; the camera body does not control the aperture electronically.
What filter size and physical space does this lens need?
It uses 49 mm filters and measures 2.25 x 1.7 x 2.25 inches, weighing 7.2 oz for a compact all-metal build.
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