The electronic Olympus OM-2 was first seen in a prototype form at the 1974 Photokina, that was two years after the debut of the original OM-1 which was a mechanical SLR. Th<\/b>e OM2 was only began to ship and market in late 1975. The addition of automatic exposure functions of the OM-2 extends the OM system quest for functionality to a new level.<\/p>\n Despite the fact that it is an automatic-exposure version, it has the same body dimensions virtually similar to the mechanical OM-1 and is only slightly heavier (dimensions of the camera are exactly the same as those of the OM-1- 136 x 83 x 50 mm without lens). The few external differences are mostly confined to the film speed setting dial and the meter system on-off switch, which has four positions on the OM-2. But within the camera was a different beast all together when compared with the mechanical counterpart, in fact, both the bodies have, for the first time positioned Olympus Optical Co. firmly on the driver seat as a forerunner in innovative camera technologies and enjoyed a hugely successful product cycle commercially.<\/p>\n The auto exposure refines a new level of control to camera handling, where it enables a photographer to be more confident and responsive, and most often with much more accuracy to handle the many photographic situations. The TTL OTF flash metering, in particular, opens up a lot of photographic possibilities which previously involves tedious exposure calculation. The original method used in the OM2 introduced way back to 25 years ago has, today evolved into a mainstream flash exposure control method used virtually by all camera manufacturers.<\/p>\n Spec: http:\/\/www.mir.com.my\/rb\/photography\/hardwares\/classics\/olympusom1n2\/om2\/images\/specom2.pdf<\/a><\/p>\n http:\/\/www.mir.com.my\/rb\/photography\/hardwares\/classics\/olympusom1n2\/om2\/index.htm<\/a> [5 parts]<\/p>\n Reference Map: http:\/\/www.mir.com.my\/rb\/photography\/hardwares\/classics\/olympusom1n2\/om2\/images\/mapom2.pdf<\/a><\/p>\n * * * * * <\/p>\n Zuiko 28mm F2.8<\/b> http:\/\/www.mir.com.my\/rb\/photography\/hardwares\/classics\/olympusom1n2\/shared\/zuiko\/htmls\/28mm.htm#f2.8<\/a><\/p>\n Zuiko 50mm F1.8<\/b> http:\/\/www.mir.com.my\/rb\/photography\/hardwares\/classics\/olympusom1n2\/shared\/zuiko\/htmls\/50mm1.htm#f1.8<\/a><\/p>\n Zuiko 135mm F3.5<\/b> Using the minimum necessary elements – five elements arranged in four groups. This lens is also one of the smallest and lightest of the Zuiko telephoto group and it takes 49mm filter accessories. A practical design and utmost portability plus a very reasonable price make this lens the perfect substitution and good companion if your budget runs low.<\/p>\n http:\/\/www.mir.com.my\/rb\/photography\/hardwares\/classics\/olympusom1n2\/shared\/zuiko\/htmls\/135mm.htm#f3.5<\/a><\/p>\n * * * * * <\/p>\n Winder:<\/b> Olympus Kit I enjoy using the Olympus OM2. It is a remarkably small and unobtrusive SLR camera. Link to my main Nikon Kit Olympus OM2n SLR The electronic Olympus OM-2 was first seen in a prototype form at the 1974 … Continue reading ![](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homepage.ntlworld.com\/tash.lodge\/Blog_Pix\/olympus_logo.jpg?w=640\"){kind=logo}
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Composed of 6 air-spaced elements, the 28mm f\/2.8 provides high contrast and high resolving power. This is the only 28mm Zuiko lens that can stopped down to f\/22 instread of f\/16. Combined with the uncharacteristic nature of the compact SLR design, this lens when combined with tany OM body is particularly convenient for traveling and all round photographic applications.<\/p>\n![](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homepage.ntlworld.com\/tash.lodge\/Blog_Pix\/Olympus28mmf28.jpg?w=640\")
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The reduced weight was achieved via redesigned of the lens with a new optical construction of 6 elements in 4 groups over the older version’s 6 elements in 5 groups. Thus, unlike many other manufacturers that went through cost reduction methods of using polycaronated materials, the Zuiko 50mm f\/1.8 lens still retains its high built quality which is apparent once you get hold of one in your hand. Further, the reduction of weight also improves handling and portability.<\/p>\n![](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homepage.ntlworld.com\/tash.lodge\/Blog_Pix\/Olympus50mmf18.jpg?w=640\")
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The maximum aperture enables its extraordinarily compactness which is only 73mm and weighing a 290g (10oz). It is a popular and modestly priced among the few telephoto lenses Zuiko lens series.<\/p>\n![](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homepage.ntlworld.com\/tash.lodge\/Blog_Pix\/Olympus135mmf35.jpg?w=640\")
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