Olympus
Olympus M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12-40mm 1:2.8
📏 12-40mm 💡 f/2.8 🔌 Micro Four Thirds Mount 🔍 Zoom ⚖️ 382g 🌧️ Sealed
MSRP
$999
| Component | Weight | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Customer Reviews | 35% | 93.1 | |
| Technical Analysis | 30% | 71.8 | |
| Market Position | 20% | 80.0 | |
| Value Proposition | 15% | 78.8 |
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📖 Overview
The Olympus 12-40mm f/2.8 is a versatile standard zoom lens, prized for its constant f/2.8 aperture. It is well-suited for various photography genres, including portraits, landscapes, and event photography, offering excellent image quality and weather sealing. While not cheap, its performance justifies the price for serious Micro Four Thirds shooters.
📋 Specifications
| Focal Length | 12-40mm |
|---|---|
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/22 |
| Lens Type | Zoom |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| AF Motor | MSC linear motor |
| Image Stabilization | No |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 20.0 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.3x |
| Elements / Groups | 14 elements in 9 groups |
| Aperture Blades | 7 |
| Filter Diameter | 62mm |
| Weight | 382g |
| Dimensions | 69.9 x 84.0mm |
| Release Year | 2013 |
| MSRP | $999 |
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