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OM SYSTEM M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO II Lens

BH #OM1240PII • MFR #V335030BW000
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OM SYSTEM M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO II Lens
Key Features
  • Micro Four Thirds System
  • 24-80mm (35mm Equivalent)
  • Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/22
  • Minimum Focusing Distance: 7.9"
Offering superb optical performance and high-resolution results, the M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO II from OM SYSTEM gives you exceptional image quality anywhere you go. Compact and lightweight for maximum portability, this wide-to-portrait-length zoom is a 24-80mm equivalent lens for Micro Four Thirds mirrorless cameras. Its advanced optical design includes a variety of sophisticated elements that reduce both chromatic and spherical aberrations throughout the zoom range for notable clarity, sharpness, and color accuracy.
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OM SYSTEM M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f/2.8 PR... Overview

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Exceptional Image Quality Anywhere You Go
Offering superb optical performance and high-resolution results, the M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO II from OM SYSTEM gives you exceptional image quality anywhere you go. Compact and lightweight for maximum portability, this wide-to-portrait-length zoom is a 24-80mm equivalent lens for Micro Four Thirds mirrorless cameras. Its advanced optical design includes a variety of sophisticated elements that reduce both chromatic and spherical aberrations throughout the zoom range for notable clarity, sharpness, and color accuracy.

An excellent choice for content creators, the lens features a high-speed movie and still compatible autofocus system for fast, smooth, and silent focusing performance, and with a minimum focusing distance of just 7.9" you can get close-up shots whenever you desire. Safeguarding the lens is a reliable weather-sealed design to ensure the lens' performance in inclement and harsh conditions, and a fluorine lens coating provides additional protection from dust, water droplets, grease, and dirt.

Advanced Optical Design
  • The lens construction integrates two ED (extra-low dispersion) elements, two aspherical elements, one DSA (dual super aspherical) element, one EDA extra-low dispersion aspherical element, one HD element, and two HR (high-refractive index) elements into its design to minimize aberrations, distortion, and color fringing throughout the zoom range while also contributing to overall image sharpness, clarity, and color accuracy.
  • A ZERO (Zuiko extra-low reflection optical) coating minimizes lens flare and ghosting for improved contrast and color fidelity when working in strong lighting conditions.
  • Fluorine coating provides protection to the optical system and repels dust, water droplets, grease, and dirt, ensuring easy removal even when they adhere to the lens surface.
Versatile and Dependable Workhorse
  • Standard wide-angle to portrait-length zoom lens is designed for Micro Four Thirds mirrorless cameras and provides a 24-80mm equivalent focal length range.
  • Constant f/2.8 maximum aperture enables consistent low-light performance and selective focus control throughout the zoom range. Combined with a rounded seven-blade diaphragm, this produces a smooth bokeh quality beneficial to portraiture and close-up photography.
  • Movie and still compatible (MSC) autofocus system benefits both photo and video applications due to its smooth, quiet, and fast performance.
  • Reliable weather-sealed design ensures the lens's performance in inclement and harsh conditions.
UPC: 050332193338

OM SYSTEM M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f/2.8 PR... Specs

Key Specs
Focal Length
12 to 40mm (35mm Equivalent: 24 to 80mm)
Maximum Aperture
f/2.8
Lens Mount
Micro Four Thirds
Lens Format Coverage
Micro Four Thirds
Focus Type
Autofocus
Image Stabilization
No
Filter Size
62 mm (Front)
Maximum Aperture
f/2.8
Minimum Aperture
f/22
Lens Mount
Micro Four Thirds
Lens Format Coverage
Micro Four Thirds
Angle of View
84° 30'
Minimum Focus Distance
7.9" / 20 cm
Maximum Magnification
0.3x
Optical Design
14 Elements in 9 Groups
Diaphragm Blades
7, Rounded
Focus Type
Autofocus
Image Stabilization
No
Filter Size
62 mm (Front)
Dimensions (ø x L)
2.8 x 3.3" / 70 x 84 mm
Weight
13.5 oz / 382 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.42 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
8.5 x 4.6 x 4.6"

OM SYSTEM M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f/2.8 PR... Reviews

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Does this have a manual focus clutch?

Does this have a manual focus clutch?
Asked by: NICHOLAS
Yes the OM SYSTEM M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO II Lens has the manual focus clutch just like the prior version. This newer II version offers improved weather resistance with an IP53 rating,
Answered by: Dan W
Date published: 2022-02-15

What is the total lenght of this lens when fully ...

What is the total lenght of this lens when fully extended?
Asked by: MITCHELL
The length of the OM SYSTEM M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO II Lens when fully extended is approximately 4.4".
Answered by: Yaakov
Date published: 2022-10-20

is this the same lens that would come as a kit ...

is this the same lens that would come as a kit for the new om-1 camera or is that the 1st version?
Asked by: Fawaz
It is the same lens included in the kit in this link: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1688416-REG/om_system_v210011bu000_om_1_mirrorless_camera_with.html
Answered by: Daniel C
Date published: 2022-02-25

Does this updated 12-40 lens have optical image ...

Does this updated 12-40 lens have optical image stabilization like the 12-100 f4 lens?
Asked by: Susan
No, the OM Systems M. Zuiko ED 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO II also does not have optical stabilization.
Answered by: Jeremy
Date published: 2023-01-09

What is the difference between this lens by OM ...

What is the difference between this lens by OM System and this lens by Olympus (B&H # OL124028ED MFR # V314060BU000) aside from being $100 cheaper at the time of this writing in Nov 2020?
Asked by: manuel
The main difference aside from the rebranding on this OM SYSTEM M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO II Lens is an improvement in the weather sealing over the original Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO Lens. Otherwise, the optics are the same.
Answered by: Kirk
Date published: 2023-05-14

Hi, What is the minimum focus ability?

Hi, What is the minimum focus ability?
Asked by: David
The minimum focusing distance of the OM SYSTEM M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO II Lens is 7.9" / 20 cm.
Answered by: Nick Y
Date published: 2025-02-09

Does this focus by wire or does it have hard, ...

Does this focus by wire or does it have hard, repeatable stops?
Asked by: Hugh
The OM SYSTEM M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO II Lens uses "focus by wire".
Answered by: Boyd H
Date published: 2023-03-13

Does anyone have experience with this (12-40mm) ...

Does anyone have experience with this (12-40mm) on the GH6 that they would like to relate? I try to stay with Panasonic lenses on my Lumix cameras, but I do own a few Olympus models.
Asked by: Lawrence
While we're not aware of any tests with this OM SYSTEM M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO II Lens and the Panasonic GH6, they would be able to function together.
Answered by: Kirk
Date published: 2022-08-22
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