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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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Does this have a manual focus clutch?
Does this have a manual focus clutch?
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,
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?
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".
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?
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
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?
No, the OM Systems M. Zuiko ED 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO II also does not have optical stabilization.
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?
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.
Date published: 2023-05-14
Hi, What is the minimum focus ability?
Hi, What is the minimum focus ability?
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.
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?
The OM SYSTEM M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO II Lens uses "focus by wire".
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.
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.
Date published: 2022-08-22