Olympus
Olympus M.14-42mm F3.5-5.6 EZ
| Component | Weight | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Customer Reviews | 35% | 86.0 | |
| Technical Analysis | 30% | 60.6 | |
| Market Position | 20% | 80.0 | |
| Value Proposition | 15% | 73.3 |
Age adjustment: ×0.85 (older models get a slight downward adjustment so newer products with current technology are fairly represented).
📖 Overview
The Olympus M.14-42mm is a compact kit lens for Micro Four Thirds cameras, known for its incredibly small size and motorized zoom. It's a convenient option for travel and everyday snapshots. Image quality is decent for its size, but it is not a top performer in terms of sharpness or low-light capability.
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📋 Specifications
| Focal Length | 14-42mm |
|---|---|
| Max Aperture | f/3.5-5.6 |
| Min Aperture | f/22 |
| Lens Type | Zoom |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| AF Motor | Stepping Motor |
| Image Stabilization | No |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Weather Sealed | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 20.0 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.23x |
| Elements / Groups | 8 elements in 7 groups |
| Aperture Blades | 5 |
| Filter Diameter | 37mm |
| Weight | 93g |
| Dimensions | 60.6 x 22.5mm |
| Release Year | 2014 |
| MSRP | $349 |
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🖼️ Sample Photos
Real-world photos taken with the Olympus M.14-42mm F3.5-5.6 EZ, sourced from SampleShots.
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