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

Ultra-compact standard zoom for Micro Four Thirds

Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6
79/100
LENS SCORE
Features 15
Performance 15
Durability 15
Price 17
Usability 17
Brand Olympus
Model V314050BU000

Key Features

OPTICS 8 elements in 7 groups including aspherical and ED glass
ZOOM 3x optical zoom range (28-84mm equivalent)
APERTURE f/3.5-5.6 variable aperture with 7 circular blades
FOCUS MSC (Movie & Still Compatible) high-speed internal focusing
COMPACTNESS Retractable pancake design for extreme portability
STABILIZATION Relies on camera body (IBIS) for stabilization
MOUNT Micro Four Thirds system mount
FILTER 37mm filter thread diameter
CLOSE FOCUS Minimum focusing distance of 0.25m
CONSTRUCTION Lightweight plastic barrel construction
COMPATIBILITY Fully compatible with all MFT cameras
WEATHER SEALING None
WEIGHT Approximately 93g to 113g depending on version

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

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present Electronic focus-by-wire
Zoom Ring ✓ Present Electronic zoom on EZ version
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

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Technical Specification

Lens Type Standard Zoom
Focal Length 14-42mm
Aperture Range f/3.5-5.6 to f/22
Lens Construction 8 elements in 7 groups
Angle of View 75u00b0 to 29u00b0
Min Focus Distance 0.25m
Max Magnification 0.24x
Diaphragm Blades 7 (circular)
Filter Size 37mm
Dimensions 60.6 x 22.5mm (retracted)
Weight 93g
Mount Micro Four Thirds
Focusing Internal MSC
Zoom Mechanism Retractable/Electronic
Hood Compatibility LC-37B / LH-40