% Positive 100% scored 70+
Reviews 1 published
Outlets 1 publication
Top Outlet Digital Camera World highest score
Category Rank Unranked ranked once it has 3 reviews

From Digital Camera World's review

“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.”

Tier Distribution 1 review total
100%
Universal Acclaim (90–100): 1 review
Critically Acclaimed (70–89): none
Mixed Reception (<70): none

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 outlet
90
Mike Harris
Digital Camera World

“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.”

Perfect 4.5/5

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