Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 II R

Compact and versatile standard zoom lens

Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 II R
75/100
LENS SCORE
Features 14
Performance 15
Durability 14
Price 17
Usability 15
Brand Olympus
Model V314050BU000

Key Features

OPTICAL 8 elements in 7 groups including 3 aspherical elements
ZOOM 14-42mm focal length (28-84mm 35mm equivalent)
APERTURE f/3.5-5.6 maximum aperture with 7 circular diaphragm blades
FOCUS MSC (Movie and Still Compatible) internal focusing mechanism
MIN FOCUS 0.25m (9.8 inches) minimum focusing distance
FILTER 37mm filter thread diameter
SIZE Retractable design for ultra-compact storage
WEIGHT Lightweight construction at approximately 113 grams
MOUNT Micro Four Thirds system mount
STABILIZATION Relies on camera body-based stabilization
CONSTRUCTION High-quality plastic barrel with metal mount
WEATHER SEALING None
COMPATIBILITY Full compatibility with all Micro Four Thirds cameras

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 II R

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present Electronic focus ring
Zoom Ring ✓ Present Mechanical zoom ring
Aperture Ring ✗ Not Present
AF/MF Switch ✗ Not Present Accessed via camera menu
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 M.Zuiko Digital 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 II R

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Technical Specification

Focal Length 14-42mm
Aperture f/3.5-5.6
Lens Construction 8 elements in 7 groups
Min Focus 0.25m
Max Magnification 0.25x
Diaphragm Blades 7
Filter Size 37mm
Weight 113g
Dimensions 56.5 x 50 mm