Robin Wong on Why It’s Time to Update the 13-Year-Old Olympus 60mm Macro Lens
Photographer and OM System ambassador Robin Wong just shared a new video showcasing his macro setup on a jungle hike in Malaysia. His setup includes the OM System OM-1 paired with the Olympus 60mm f/2.8 Macro, along with the Olympus FL-50R flash and a new AK diffuser gifted by Emily Talpin (another OM System ambassador).
Why Robin Still Loves the Olympus 60mm f/2.8
- Compact and lightweight: just 185g
- True 2x magnification in full-frame equivalent
- Super sharp with high contrast and great micro-details
- Weather-sealed—essential for rainforest shooting
Robin calls it the must-have macro lens for any Micro Four Thirds shooter. But despite all the praise, he thinks it’s time for a 2025 refresh.
Three Key Improvements Robin Wants
- Faster and more reliable autofocus – The current version tends to hunt in high-magnification scenarios.
- Less focus breathing – Essential for better results with focus stacking.
- AI Insect Detection – A future wish: OM cameras that auto-detect and track insects in-frame, similar to Sony’s bird/animal eye AF.
Would you like to see a new 60mm macro Mark II lens? Let us know in the comments!