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Olympus M.zuiko Digital 45mm F/1.8 Lens (Black) Micro Four Thirds, $99USD + $13.26USD Shipping (~ $150AUD Total) from B&H

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Olympus M.zuiko Digital 45mm F/1.8 Lens (Black) Micro Four Thirds, $99USD + $13.26USD Shipping (~ $150AUD Total) from B&HAffiliate
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Precrastinator on 28/09/2017 - 21:13 bhphotovideo.com (1804 clicks)
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I recently jumped into the mirrorless micro four thirds camera scene and am loving how compact it all is.

I’ve been looking for a prime lens as my first upgrade from the kit lens and found this. It’s about half to a third of the price usually asked so seemed like a good deal, worth sharing. It’s only available in black at this price, which is a bit of a bummer for those with silver body cameras like me, but hey…..

A quick search will show that it has plenty of positive reviews, particularly for portrait shots.

Obviously it isn’t Australian stock but it didn’t stop me from ordering one.

Electrical & Electronics 45mm Camera Lens Four Thirds Olympus OM System

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  • roadeh on 28/09/2017 - 21:24
    +1

    That's a bargain - comes up as $99 for me.. fantastic lens.. I would buy it straightaway if it wasn't for the fact I already had it

  • Black Hole on 28/09/2017 - 21:39

    Which camera can use this lens?

    • aNoPHeLeS on 28/09/2017 - 21:40

      Olympus, panasonic mirrorless

    • Precrastinator on 28/09/2017 - 21:41
      +1

      Should be good for all micro four thirds (Olympus pen and OMD, Panasonic also but likely worth having in body image stabilisation)

  • impoze on 28/09/2017 - 21:40

    wow, cheap!

  • aNoPHeLeS on 28/09/2017 - 21:41
    +1

    Got this lens and love it. Basically in every m43 shooters kit since its TINY and razor sharp. Perfect focal length for portraits

  • Ryanek on 28/09/2017 - 21:42

    Wow great price. If you have 4/3 camera this lens should be part of your kit.

    • Andreu on 28/09/2017 - 22:29

      totally agree, my brother has it.
      focusing is slower than 12-40..
      But the sharpness is phenomenal! definitely worth the $!50…

      May sit in the corner of my camera bag but when I need it, I know for sure it will exceed all expectations.

  • mg_k on 28/09/2017 - 21:45
    -1

    Looks like a pricing error/dodgy link.

    Searching directly on BH shows both black and silver version is $399 USD -

    https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/971404-REG/olympus_v3…

    Anyway hope you guys get it….I highly doubted thou.

    • Precrastinator on 28/09/2017 - 21:47

      fingers crossed

      • mg_k on 28/09/2017 - 21:49
        -4

        OP you could have got yourself one without posting it here.

        Now that it's been OZB'ed everyone's order will be cancelled.

      • cheapo999 on 28/09/2017 - 22:05

        Question: how did you get the product url?

    • bongo007 on 28/09/2017 - 22:10
      +1

      An ad just came up in ozBargain side bar for B&H - it said "DEAL $200 OFF TODAY" with a picture of the lens.

      https://imgur.com/a/u3Mni

      Seems legit!?

      Anyways, bought it.

    • [Deactivated] on 28/09/2017 - 22:37

      It's legit. It's a 24hr B&H promo being promoted through https://www.criteo.com/ (aka AdChoices)

  • dcep on 28/09/2017 - 21:49

    does it fit gh5 ?

    • mg_k on 28/09/2017 - 21:50
      +1

      Absolutely.

  • cheapo999 on 28/09/2017 - 21:52

    Weird, why this link show difference price? Special promo?
    https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/971404-REG/olympus_v3…

  • igoforthebest on 28/09/2017 - 22:00

    Excellent! Came to $141.94 on my Bankwest

  • Wolfy on 28/09/2017 - 22:03
    +1

    Do I need it: No
    Is it a bargain: Yes
    Did I buy it: Yes

    Thanks, OP, still don't know when I will use it, but all reviews suggest its a fantastic lens.

    • cheapo999 on 28/09/2017 - 22:08
      -1

      I doubt it would be honoured. Clearly a price error amidst Yom Kippur holiday.

      • Wolfy on 28/09/2017 - 22:10
        +1

        I've got an order number, confirmation and payment details, so one can hope.
        They can not honor it if they elect to, PayPal will provide a quick refund, and I will leave appropriate reviews about what I think.

      • bongo007 on 28/09/2017 - 22:12
        +4

        looks legit - see ad on the side: https://imgur.com/a/u3Mni

      • xuqi on 28/09/2017 - 22:19
        +1

        They've had such sales before so I'm not expecting any issues with my order.

  • Rockit22 on 28/09/2017 - 22:13

    Should I buy this or try and get the Panasonic 20mm 1.7

    • Wolfy on 28/09/2017 - 22:19

      Both!
      For the price this is at, dont hesitate.

      They are different lenses with different purposes and (if the price is correct) different prices.

      What do you need, a wide lens for travel/street photography or a sharp portrait lens?

    • st33p on 28/09/2017 - 22:23

      I have both and they have different purpose.
      You will use 20mm for wide angle/landscape/group photo. It is sharp as well. it is converted to 40mm in the old format.
      45mm is for portrait photo, a bit more difficult of group as it is around 90mm in the old format.
      the 45mm is Very sharp and for $150 it is worth a try.
      Even if you don't like it, you can sell it without losing any money ( I paid $150 for second hand)

    • Flying Ace on 29/09/2017 - 06:04

      I'm waiting for the 20mm f1.7 to drop in price as I shoot mainly street and landscape photography.

  • nubzy on 28/09/2017 - 22:14

    I have the 12-40 F2.8 Pro and the kit lens (Pancake EZ 14-42). Is there any point adding this one to the collection? I guess the main attraction is that it's lightweight/compact. I think the next lens I buy will be a macro.

    • TheStapler on 28/09/2017 - 22:20

      I've got the 12-40 pro and 40-150 pro. I thought buy it as its very cheap and if i don't use it i can resell it.

    • carlJack on 28/09/2017 - 22:31
      +1

      You are missing a fast prime lens in your kit

  • theabyss on 28/09/2017 - 22:18

    Bought 1. Great find.

  • Black Hole on 28/09/2017 - 22:19
    +2

    Bought one but has no camera for it.

  • ultrawires on 28/09/2017 - 22:20
    +1

    Found mentioned lens, for USD99, on their trade-in page.

    https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/buy/olympus-trade-in/ci/30695…

    • cheapo999 on 28/09/2017 - 22:27

      So it is a price for trade-in. Trade in with what?

      • ultrawires on 28/09/2017 - 22:30

        I'm assuming it's a pre-loved/used/ lens previously traded-in.

        • cheapo999 on 28/09/2017 - 22:35

          That makes more sense.

    • NotJustChickenDinner on 28/09/2017 - 22:31

      interesting, the model number of the item is
      TIOL4518B ( TradeInOLympus… )
      might not buy ..
      search for the normal one .. is OL4518B
      so definitely reckon these are trade in ones.

  • xuqi on 28/09/2017 - 22:20
    -2

    Great price so I bought Three. One for the bag and Two for gifting.

  • TheStapler on 28/09/2017 - 22:22
    +6

    silver on sale as well
    https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1357057-REG/olympus__…

    • poporange630 on 28/09/2017 - 22:24

      Thanks, cancelled my black order and got the silver.

  • nubzy on 28/09/2017 - 22:29

    Tempted to order and try it out, but why is it listed under Olympus trade in category?

  • tromboc on 28/09/2017 - 22:32

    that's cheap!! fingers crossed this is a legitimate deal…

  • bargainjargon on 28/09/2017 - 22:32

    Ridiculously good lens for the price even when it's regularly priced. This is a steal.

  • bfimmortal on 28/09/2017 - 22:32

    I think it fits my Panasonic GM1, anyone can confirm please?

    • xuqi on 28/09/2017 - 22:36

      Yes, it will. Will work with any Panasonic or Olympus m4/3 body.

    • Shaggs on 28/09/2017 - 22:39

      It certainly will. I was using it on my panasonic GX8 today. An amazing lens, the gx8 has IBIS so the no stabilisation is not a problem.

  • impoze on 28/09/2017 - 22:34

    hm so are these trade-ins?

    • nubzy on 28/09/2017 - 22:35

      I think they might be.. going to hold off.

    • freefall101 on 28/09/2017 - 22:36

      It's apparently the price when you trade in old gear. Which is going to be a bit hard to do.

      I'm happy to ship them an old camera if I get this price though!

      • impoze on 28/09/2017 - 22:38

        makes sense with $200 trade in bonus when you trade in a camera/lens

      • ultrawires on 28/09/2017 - 22:44

        Just to follow on…here's the link towards, B&H Photo pricing/quoting their price for your item that you'll want to trade-in to them.

        https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/tradeIn/Digital-Cameras/ci/67…

        • mg_k on 28/09/2017 - 22:53

          So the $200 discount is clearly factoring in the trade in….

          I wonder what is going to happen to all the orders now…the link is clearly a loophole that allows you to order one without trading in anything I assume.

        • cheapo999 on 28/09/2017 - 23:01

          @mg_k: Even after trade-in the price is $199 not $99.
          https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search/promotion/13466/olympu…

          So, still too good to be true.

        • mg_k on 28/09/2017 - 23:02

          @cheapo999:

          Yea…I just cancelled my order.

          Somebody below saying it's a used lens and not new.

          Not worth the risk anymore for me.

  • imranauz on 28/09/2017 - 22:40

    Ordered one but now confused. What is in box does not say lens in box.I am not sure if lens is included.
    What's In The Box
    LC-37B Lens Cap for Olympus 45mm f/1.8 & 14-42mm f/4-5.6 II Lenses
    LR-2 Rear Lens Cap
    DR-40 Decoration Ring
    Limited 1-Year Warranty

    • impoze on 28/09/2017 - 22:42

      looks fine to me

      What's In The Box
      Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 45mm f/1.8 Lens (Black)
      LC-37B Lens Cap for Olympus 45mm f/1.8 & 14-42mm f/4-5.6 II Lenses
      LR-2 Rear Lens Cap
      DR-40 Decoration Ring
      Limited 1-Year Warranty

      • imranauz on 28/09/2017 - 22:45

        Looking on my mobile cant see lens. Are you looking on your computer

        • xuqi on 28/09/2017 - 22:47

          Looks fine on the PC.

  • imranauz on 28/09/2017 - 22:48

    Ok thats good then

  • Ausperleo on 28/09/2017 - 22:51

    Managed to grab one, thanks, OP.

  • itr8 on 28/09/2017 - 22:51

    Would it be a waste to use it on a lx5 or would it work on that camera….. Panasonic

    • xuqi on 28/09/2017 - 23:00

      You can't use any lenses with the LX5 as the lens is built-in.

  • pyro love bird on 28/09/2017 - 22:56

    so this isn't a traded in product but rather a new lens that needs one of our lenses to be traded in?

  • EarlyBird on 28/09/2017 - 22:56

    These are definitely second-hands. Read the breadcrumbs link:
    Home/Olympus Trade In/Olympus

    • snvl on 28/09/2017 - 22:58

      Even if it is second hand still cheap

      • EarlyBird on 28/09/2017 - 23:01

        Only if the lens is in very good condition.

        All their new lenses have Authirized Dealer in their heading.

    • pyro love bird on 28/09/2017 - 23:01

      it's under trade-in not used, they have a separate section for used goods, I'm thinking that it might be an offer that's supposed to bundle with customers trading in one of their products to get this price.

      • EarlyBird on 28/09/2017 - 23:41

        You may be right about that. It could be that one's supposed to trade in a camera or lens to qualify for the purchase but the system did not verify.

  • browser on 28/09/2017 - 22:58

    Nice and will probably get one, but a bit too long. I have a 85/1.8 on a FX but don't use it frequent enough. Good prime for the 4/3 kit though.

  • Hoolio on 28/09/2017 - 22:59

    Any E-Mount version lol? What a bargain

    • plastic spoon on 01/10/2017 - 20:29
      +1

      The Sigma 60mm f/2.8 for E mount is probably the most similar lens in terms of sharpness, field of view and depth of field. I picked one up for ~$160 during the eBay POWER20 sale - genuine AU stock from dcxpert.

      • Hoolio on 02/10/2017 - 22:14

        Thanks

  • pixies2 on 28/09/2017 - 23:01

    Can someone clarify if these are brand new or used?

    • cheapo999 on 28/09/2017 - 23:03

      No one here can clarify Im afraid.

    • zeno on 28/09/2017 - 23:10
      +3

      According to their agent from live chat, yes it's brand new.

  • blaze on 28/09/2017 - 23:02

    What a deal.

    Didnt need one.

    Of course i got one.

  • Blargman2001 on 28/09/2017 - 23:02
    +1

    Got one. Amazing price even for used.

  • Goonos on 28/09/2017 - 23:15

    Price changed to USD $399.00 as I was checking out. Price error I guess.

  • cheapo999 on 28/09/2017 - 23:17

    Now the price changed to usd399.
    Good luck to all who bought it.

  • pea on 28/09/2017 - 23:18

    Price has changed to 399… i missed out?

    • cheapo999 on 28/09/2017 - 23:20

      Silver still $99. Be quick!!!

      • pea on 28/09/2017 - 23:22

        I wanted black lol

      • t0087669 on 28/09/2017 - 23:23

        Just placed an order for silver for 99
        anyone got a confirmation email yet?

        • cheapo999 on 28/09/2017 - 23:24

          Now $199 😆😆😆

      • zeno on 28/09/2017 - 23:25

        It's now $199. Also, I don't think they'll honour the orders from when it was $99 since it's under the trade-in program.

        • t0087669 on 28/09/2017 - 23:27

          got a confirmation email. hope it is honoured

        • zeno on 28/09/2017 - 23:28
          +1

          @t0087669: Good luck!

      • Wolfy on 28/09/2017 - 23:32

        Silver is $199 now.
        Appears the deal has expired.

  • zeno on 28/09/2017 - 23:19
    +2

    Notes:

    1. The lens is indeed part of the Olympus trade-in program.
    2. Lens is brand new
    3. According to B&H, their "system will not let the order go through without a trade in."
    • cheapo999 on 28/09/2017 - 23:21

      IT guy to be blamed as always.

  • robzta on 28/09/2017 - 23:19

    TIO = trade in offer? Now expired.. Link goes to $399 so seems to be a brand new lens at that price.. Fingers crossed :-)

  • Maveot on 28/09/2017 - 23:25

    Grr was checking out with the Silver and it changed to 199..

  • rarin on 28/09/2017 - 23:25

    This lens is fantastic, and about 100 cheaper than when I got it a few years ago. Enjoy to all the people who managed to get one.

  • lawyerz on 28/09/2017 - 23:27

    omg this is cheap. this lens is fantastic.

  • sal78 on 28/09/2017 - 23:31

    black already back to full price. as i was checking out the silver one it change back to $199 :( gutted

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