I have this lens preordered at my local camera shop. I just heard today that it has been delayed again. Not sure what the reason is. Obviously I will wait 2 more weeks if need be, but it has been a bit of a wait. As I posted here earlier, I moved over from a Fujifilm camera, mostly for a lighter setup for birds and wildlife. I decided to go with the new version of the lens. Can’t really test my grand plan until I get the long zoom. I am quite happy with my OM-1ii and its kit 12-40 2.8 Pro lens though.
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100-400 Mark 2 delayed again
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Woody Meristem
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Although I plan on getting the new version of the 100-400mm because I'd like the synchronized stabilization, I'm still debating whether it's worth the extra $$$. I have the original version and have used it ever since it was released; it's a good lens with which I've gotten some fine photos -- check this blog post: https://forestandfield.blogspot.com/2025/03/one-more-time.html The images in that post were greatly compressed for posting.
Mike Arledge
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That stinks, the rep at Roberts for the OM-3 in person demo day said there were parts shortages to blame… for the 100-400 delays
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daddyo
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Sorry to hear about the delay, as I plan to upgrade from my Mk l once the dust settles. Meanwhile, I'm still very happy with my current 100-400mm Mk l.
One thing you might consider as a 'stop gap' measure, is to consider getting a good used Olympus 75-300mm f/4.8-6.7 ll. The lens is surprisingly decent on the OM-1 Mk ll -- it's sharp and lightweight, and a clean used one can be had for about $325. When you get your 100-400mm you can sell it, if you don't decide to keep it.
I have both the 100-400mm and the 75-300mm. I use the 75-300mm for lightweight hiking and travel when I don't want to pack the 100-400mm.
This image was taken with the 75-300mm -- it's no slouch!
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One thing you might consider as a 'stop gap' measure, is to consider getting a good used Olympus 75-300mm f/4.8-6.7 ll. The lens is surprisingly decent on the OM-1 Mk ll -- it's sharp and lightweight, and a clean used one can be had for about $325. When you get your 100-400mm you can sell it, if you don't decide to keep it.
I have both the 100-400mm and the 75-300mm. I use the 75-300mm for lightweight hiking and travel when I don't want to pack the 100-400mm.
This image was taken with the 75-300mm -- it's no slouch!
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Greg
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MacroDonata
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FWIW, B&H shows an estimated shipping date of April 8.
(I realize that is not where you placed your order.)
(I realize that is not where you placed your order.)
After speaking to Carmarthen cameras who said they spoke to OM last week and they just seem to be tallying up Preorder numbers at the moment thats all, I emailed OM systems yesterday about delivery dates for the UK either direct from them or their distributors. (Bythe way, got one on order from HK as a grey import, but that now seems to be on hold too at the moment!) I Got a response today, and here is their email...
Dear Mark,
Thank you for contacting OM Digital Solutions
We are very sorry for the situation and the inconvenience caused.
Unfortunately, we don't have a concrete forecast to give you. The best we can advise is to keep an eye on our official website.
Do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.
Thank you in advance.
Best regards,
Rui Santos
Customer Service Specialist
OM Digital Solutions
Dear Mark,
Thank you for contacting OM Digital Solutions
We are very sorry for the situation and the inconvenience caused.
Unfortunately, we don't have a concrete forecast to give you. The best we can advise is to keep an eye on our official website.
Do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.
Thank you in advance.
Best regards,
Rui Santos
Customer Service Specialist
OM Digital Solutions
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It's not worth the extra money. The Sync-IS only benefits truly at 100mm, but its effectiveness sharply declines beyond that. At 400mm, the keeper rate at slower shutter speeds is almost identical to the MK I. If you're shooting birds in flight or using moderate shutter speeds, the IS won't offer much benefit. People are selling their MK I's everywhere right now, so the second hand MK I lenses are making it an excellen value for money lens. With telephoto zooms, lens-based IS is always superior, and most of the stabilization is primarily coming from the telephoto lens itself anyway.
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Woody Meristem
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You must have some special insight from OMD regarding the sync, eh?
daddyo
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Do you already have the Mkll lens? If not, what exactly are you basing your comments on regarding the 'keeper rate' at 400mm?
I would not disagree that there will be some great bargains to be had on used Mkl lenses soon.
I would not disagree that there will be some great bargains to be had on used Mkl lenses soon.
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Most of the reviews I saw for the 100-400 mark II said there wasn't much or little improvement in focussing speed and accuracy over the original. I have the original version but don't use the longer focal lengths for wildlife, but for landscapes.
terryburnes
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I ordered this lens from B&H in mid-February. They charged my card for it today, which tells me they are preparing to ship it in the next day or so. Finally. And the price is unchanged from when I ordered so it seems to have avoided any new tariffs.
Woody Meristem
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Mine has also been shipped. If they added the tariff it's going back. I won't be at all surprised if OMD abandons the U.S. market, OMD sells much more gear in Asia and Europe, the U.S. is but a small player in their total sales. It will be no surprise if many companies stop doing business here and concentrate their marketing elsewhere.
Skeeterbytes
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My comments are based on a combination of YouTube reviews that directly compare the MkI and MkII (keeper rates), as well as the underlying physics of image stabilization. At longer focal lengths like 400mm, even though the MkII offers full Sync IS, the body’s IBIS contributes very little at the long end, which is consistent for example with IS charts showing how sensor-based stabilization loses effectiveness as focal length increases and the lens IS takes over most of the work. In that sense, the MkI’s partial Sync IS is nearly as effective at the long end, and keeper rates in tests back that up. The bigger difference appears at the short end (100mm), where Sync IS makes a more noticeable impact. There’s no real need to upgrade from the MkI unless you’re doing serious video work. But if you’re buying a totally new zoom, the MkII is probably the better option.
Woody Meristem
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Well, I've had the 100-400mm ii since the 8th and have now shot thousands of images with it; including a test with the lenses photographing the same target with the same camera body within five minutes -- on a tripod at the same SS, aperture and ISO. It's noticeably sharper then my copy of the first version -- whether that's just copy variation I have no idea; it doesn't matter to me, the new lens is sharper. The stabilization also seems to be better, but I have no way to measure that. The new lens foot is much better for several reasons as well, but that's minor. Here's a photo from among those thousands, cropped then compressed for posting:
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I picked up my new 100-400 mark 2 from my local dealer yesterday. I cannot compare it to the mark 1 version, but my testing indicates it a good lens and smaller than my previous birding lens. It will be nice to quit waiting and start shooting.
On April 8th my dealer only got one lens. This time he said the received multiple 100-400 mark 2s.
On April 8th my dealer only got one lens. This time he said the received multiple 100-400 mark 2s.
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