Olympus
Olympus M.12-40mm f/2.8
📏 12-40mm 💡 f/2.8 🔌 Micro Four Thirds Mount 🔍 Zoom ⚖️ 382g 🌧️ Sealed
MSRP
$999
📖 Overview
The Olympus M.12-40mm f/2.8 is a standard zoom lens for Micro Four Thirds systems, prized for its constant f/2.8 aperture and sharp optics, with 667 sample shots available. It's a great all-around lens suitable for street, landscape, and portrait photography. While not the cheapest option, its quality and versatility make it a worthwhile investment.
📸 Browse 667 real-world sample photos taken with this lens by photographers worldwide on SampleShots.
📋 Specifications
| Focal Length | 12-40mm |
|---|---|
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/22 |
| Lens Type | Zoom |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| AF Motor | MSC (Movie & Still Compatible) 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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🖼️ Sample Photos
Real-world photos taken with the Olympus M.12-40mm f/2.8, sourced from SampleShots.
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