{"product_id":"olympus-zuiko-38mm","title":"Olympus E.Zuiko Auto-Macro 38mm f3.5 Pen F Mount Lens Case Caps Tested","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  body {\n    font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, \"Segoe UI\", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;\n    line-height: 1.6;\n    color: #222;\n    max-width: 800px;\n    margin: 20px auto;\n    padding: 0 20px;\n  }\n  h1 {\n    font-size: 1.5rem;\n    border-bottom: 2px solid #333;\n    padding-bottom: 4px;\n    margin-top: 24px;\n    margin-bottom: 12px;\n  }\n  h2 {\n    font-size: 1.2rem;\n    margin-top: 18px;\n    margin-bottom: 8px;\n  }\n  p {\n    margin-bottom: 12px;\n  }\n  ul {\n    margin-top: 4px;\n    margin-bottom: 16px;\n    padding-left: 20px;\n  }\n  li {\n    margin-bottom: 4px;\n  }\n  hr {\n    border: none;\n    border-top: 1px solid #ccc;\n    margin: 24px 0;\n  }\n  .valuation-list {\n    list-style-type: square;\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Olympus E.Zuiko Auto-Macro 38mm f\/3.5 is a rare, highly sought-after manual focus macro prime lens engineered in Japan for the half-frame Olympus Pen F, Pen FT, and Pen FV 35mm SLR system. Celebrated for its outstanding optical sharpness, high contrast, and flat-field performance, this specialized optic is designed for high-magnification close-up and macro photography. Features an f\/3.5 maximum aperture down to f\/16, magnification scale markings, aperture stop-down preview controls, and a compact all-metal barrel. Native Olympus Pen F bayonet mount. Serial number 102924. Complete with original leatherette hard case, front snap-on cap, and rear mount cap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall Condition: Very Good\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCosmetically in very good pre-owned vintage condition showing only light, subtle handling marks on the metal barrel ring and barrel casing. Manual focus ring turns smoothly and evenly across the helicoid distance scale. Aperture ring detents distinctly at all stops, and internal aperture blades are clean, oil-free, and snappy. Optics are clear and bright with anti-reflective coatings intact, free from fungus, severe optical haze, or glass scratches, containing only minor internal micro-dust specks typical for vintage lenses and some rear surface marks ( unlikely to affect images in most lighting). Metal Pen F bayonet mount is clean and mounts securely. Original leatherette hard case is structurally sound and clean. Serial number 102924. Fully tested and operational.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIncluded\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOlympus E.Zuiko Auto-Macro 38mm f\/3.5 Lens (Serial No. 102924)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal Olympus Leatherette Hard Lens Case with Strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront Snap-On Olympus Lens Cap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear Olympus Pen F Mount Lens Cap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecialized 38mm macro focal length designed for the half-frame 35mm format (roughly equivalent to a standard 55mm macro lens on full frame)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlat-field optical construction optimized for reproduction accuracy and high corner-to-corner sharpness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ef\/3.5 to f\/16 aperture range with automatic diaphragm coupling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact Japanese metal construction matching the iconic design of the Olympus Pen F series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative Olympus Pen F Mount compatible with classic Pen F\/FT\/FV cameras and modern mirrorless digital bodies via simple bayonet adapters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCollector's Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLenses produced for the original half-frame Olympus Pen F SLR system are increasingly prized by modern photographers and collectors alike. The 38mm f\/3.5 Auto-Macro is particularly desirable due to its scarce production numbers compared to standard 38mm primes. On modern APS-C and Micro Four Thirds mirrorless bodies, its image circle covers the sensor perfectly, offering an incredible compact manual macro setup with vintage character and flat-field precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKeywords\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOlympus E Zuiko 38mm f3.5 Macro, Olympus Pen F Macro Lens, Zuiko Auto Macro 38mm, Vintage Pen FT Lens, Half Frame Macro Optics, Olympus Pen F Accessories, Tested Zuiko Lens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Olympus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56014296383830,"sku":null,"price":155.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0875\/5213\/1414\/files\/IMGP3753_a5bf2437-4e9a-4c3f-9612-edee8123427e.jpg?v=1792828507","url":"https:\/\/colinscameras.co.uk\/products\/olympus-zuiko-38mm","provider":"Colins Cameras","version":"1.0","type":"link"}