“My only gripe is that the image quality lacks that exceptional wow factor for this price range, especially in 2026, but if you’re a professional or serious Micro Four Thirds wildlife photographer, this is still the ‘holy grail’ of super-telephoto lenses.”
Critical Assessment
What Critics Praise
- Premium tank-like build quality
- Incredible 300-800mm zoom reach
- Small and light for hand-holding
- Minimal distortion with teleconverter
- Feature-rich professional design
Points of Contention
- Very expensive price point
- Lacks exceptional image sharpness
- No control ring included
Professional Reviews
1 review from 1 outlet90
Mike Harris
Digital Camera World