Olympus Zuiko Digital 14-45mm f/3.5-5.6

Standard versatile zoom for Four Thirds system

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65/100
LENS SCORE
Features 12
Performance 13
Durability 13
Price 15
Usability 12
Brand Olympus
Model N/A

Key Features

MOUNT Four Thirds System mount
OPTICAL DESIGN 12 elements in 10 groups including aspherical elements
APERTURE 7-blade circular diaphragm
FOCUS Internal focusing system with 0.38m minimum focus distance
FILTER 58mm front filter thread
STABILIZATION None (relies on camera body stabilization)
CONSTRUCTION Polycarbonate barrel with metal mount
ZOOM Mechanical rotary zoom mechanism
COMPATIBILITY Designed for Four Thirds DSLRs
WEIGHT Approximately 285g
MAGNIFICATION Maximum magnification of 0.28x
WEATHER SEALING None
ACCESSORIES LH-61 lens hood compatible

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Olympus Zuiko Digital 14-45mm f/3.5-5.6

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present Manual focus ring
Zoom Ring ✓ Present Mechanical zoom ring
Aperture Ring ✗ Not Present
AF/MF Switch ✗ Not Present Controlled via camera body
Image Stabilisation Switch ✗ Not Present
Focus Limiter Switch ✗ Not Present
Function (L-Fn) Button ✗ Not Present
Zoom Lock Switch ✗ Not Present
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✗ Not Present
Weather Sealing ✗ Not Present

How-to Use Olympus Zuiko Digital 14-45mm f/3.5-5.6

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Technical Specification

Format Four Thirds
Focal Length 14-45mm (28-90mm equivalent)
Aperture Range f/3.5-5.6 to f/22
Elements/Groups 12/10
Min Focus Distance 0.38m
Max Magnification 0.28x
Diaphragm Blades 7
Filter Size 58mm
Weight 285g
Dimensions 71mm x 82.5mm