Olympus
Olympus M.12-100mm F4.0
| Component | Weight | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Customer Reviews | 35% | 90.5 | |
| Technical Analysis | 30% | 72.0 | |
| Market Position | 20% | 80.0 | |
| Value Proposition | 15% | 76.3 |
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📖 Overview
The Olympus M.12-100mm F4.0 is a versatile zoom lens offering an incredibly useful range with a constant f/4 aperture. It's ideally suited for travel and general photography where convenience and image stabilization are prioritized. While sharp, the f/4 aperture isn't ideal for shallow depth of field or low-light shooting.
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📋 Specifications
| Focal Length | 12-100mm |
|---|---|
| Max Aperture | f/4.0 |
| Min Aperture | f/22 |
| Lens Type | Zoom |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| AF Motor | Linear Motor |
| Image Stabilization | Yes |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 15.0 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.3x |
| Elements / Groups | 17 elements in 11 groups |
| Aperture Blades | 7 |
| Filter Diameter | 72mm |
| Weight | 561g |
| Dimensions | 77.5 x 116.5mm |
| Release Year | 2016 |
| MSRP | $1,299 |
🛒 Where to Buy the Olympus M.12-100mm F4.0
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🖼️ Sample Photos
Real-world photos taken with the Olympus M.12-100mm F4.0, sourced from SampleShots.
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