Olympus M.Zuiko 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO

The ultimate professional standard zoom for Micro Four Thirds

Olympus M.Zuiko 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO
85/100
LENS SCORE
Features 18
Performance 18
Durability 18
Price 14
Usability 17
Brand Olympus
Model V314060BU000

Key Features

OPTICS 14 elements in 9 groups including EDA, DSA, and Super HR elements
APERTURE Constant f/2.8 maximum aperture throughout the zoom range
FOCUS MSC (Movie and Still Compatible) mechanism for fast, silent AF
MANUAL FOCUS Manual Focus Clutch mechanism for instant switching to manual
MAGNIFICATION 0.3x (0.6x 35mm equivalent) maximum magnification at all focal lengths
WEATHER SEALING Dust, splash, and freezeproof construction
COATING ZERO (Zuiko Extra-low Reflection Optical) coating to reduce ghosting
DIAPHRAGM 7-blade circular aperture for smooth bokeh
L-FN BUTTON Programmable Lens Function button for custom settings
FILTER SIZE 62mm front filter thread
CONSTRUCTION High-grade metal barrel construction
COMPATIBILITY Full compatibility with all Micro Four Thirds mount cameras
WEIGHT 382g lightweight design for portability

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Olympus M.Zuiko 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present Manual Focus Clutch mechanism
Zoom Ring ✓ Present
Aperture Ring ✗ Not Present
AF/MF Switch ~ Limited Via MF Clutch
Image Stabilisation Switch ✗ Not Present
Focus Limiter Switch ✗ Not Present
Function (L-Fn) Button ✓ Present
Zoom Lock Switch ✗ Not Present
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✗ Not Present
Weather Sealing ✓ Present IPX1 equivalent

How-to Use Olympus M.Zuiko 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO

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Technical Specification

Focal Length 12-40mm (24-80mm 35mm equivalent)
Max Aperture f/2.8
Min Aperture f/22
Lens Construction 14 elements in 9 groups
Min Focus Distance 0.2m (at all focal lengths)
Diaphragm Blades 7 (circular)
Filter Size 62mm
Weight 382g
Dimensions 69.9mm x 84mm