Name: M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f/2.8 Pro
Brand: Olympus
SKU: 145
Rating: 4.0 (7 reviews)

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4.4

based on all reviews

Consumer ratings:

4.8 / 5

Chromatic aberrations are well controlled throughout most of the zoom range
silent autofocus and the focus distance scale
The build quality is really good

It continues on past infinity for a bit and back out of focus
filter thread does not rotate
this low level should be difficult to spot

Elements: 14
Focus method: Internal
Autofocus: yes
Max format size: Four Thirds
Focal length: 12, 40 mm
Image stabilisation: no
Lens type: Telephoto

Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f/2.8 Pro - Pros & Cons

Chromatic aberrations are well controlled throughout most of the zoom range
silent autofocus and the focus distance scale
The build quality is really good
it feels great in the hand and balances nicely
Superbly sharp
great images from wide open at all focal lengths
small and sturdy package
It is also better controlled optically
It can replace a couple of primes quite easily
It rotates easier and smoother than the zoom ring
Excellent quality can be achieved with this lens
Excellent micro-contrast and detail rendition
Optical quality is great at all focal lengths from F2
$999 is actually quite reasonable
world renowned manual focus clutch works superbly
a classy personality and high profile characteristics
ergonomic design and handy features
small
light
and fast reputation of the
zoom ring itself is built solidly and spins with a beautiful amount of friction
small
compact
and light camera bodies
great shots
to the point where my sister was very happy
leather base keeps the bag clean when pulling out the bag in the outdoors
the build quality of the lens is excellent and control operations feel adequate for a lens
focusing is extremely quick in most situations
The edges are impressive at 2
100 lines
build quality and the close-focussing ability better
Olympus is sharper with better uniformity than the Panasonic
good overall sharpness
and vignetting and chromatic aberration
very convenient
smooth and precise when
The lens cap and hood are also very well built
get nice and rounded out of focus elements
the lens works very well with the camera
well-built
solid
and durable a lens
Build Quality and Handling Weather
Super fast
silent and it works well in low light
Superbly built with a fast constant aperture zoom
small size and portability are great for this type of use
Normal backlighting was handled very well
Smooth bokeh and good subject isolation
The lens cap fits well and is quick to remove and replace
Fast focusing and near-silent AF operation also
This lens is very well put together

It continues on past infinity for a bit and back out of focus
filter thread does not rotate
this low level should be difficult to spot
inability to focus on the sensor or film all colours of visible light at the same
eliminate direct scratches on the lens
RAW suffers from severe distortion and vignetting
are usually quite large and heavy
a tad softer in the corners when zoomed past 25mm
electrical AF system takes less than a second to rack from minimum to infinity focus
The auto manual clutched focus ring can be a little loose
missing image stabilisation
The filter thread does not rotate on focus
8 Pro does not offer image stabilisation
lack of in-lens image stabilisation
it becomes slightly harder to turn
its smoothness is not consistent
mean zoom lenses produce poor images
The lens extends about an inch to an inch and a half outwards
eliminates extra spinning to find out where you are in the frame
doesn't drop off at any point in the focal range
Lacks optical image stabilization
not usable on all M4/3 cameras
the bokeh could become a little choppy where there were bright patches in the background
the lack of image stabilization
only a very small area of flare shows
something that you have to turn on or off in the camera menu
Fast focus applies not only to static subjects
The high purchase price should not be a barrier for so much photo enjoyment
the sharpness drops off a bit due to diffraction
sharpness levels are a little lower they are not dis-similar

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Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f/2.8 Pro - Full Specifications

Lens type	Telephoto
Lens mount	Micro Four Thirds

Aperture max	2.8
Aperture min	22
Number of diaphragm blades	7
Aperture features	Rounded diaphragm

Elements	14
Groups	9
Special elements / coatings	1 Aspherical element 1 Dual-sided aspherical element 2 ED elements 2 HR elements 1 EDA element 1 HD element
Zoom method	Expanding

Weight	13.47 oz
Diameter	2.75 in
Length	3.31 in
Does not rotate on focusing	2.44 in

Max Format size	Four Thirds
Focal length	12 - 40
Focal Length 35mm Equivalent	24 - 80
Angle of View	84 - 30
Maximum magnification (35mm format)	0.6
Maximum magnification	3.0 x
Image stabilisation	no

Focus method	Internal
Autofocus	yes
Autofocus motor type	STP
Full-time Manual focusing	yes
Closest focusing distance	0.2
Distance scale	yes
Depth of field (DoF) scale	no

Colour of product	Black
62mm	LC‑62D
Hood supplied	yes
Sealing	yes

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Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f/2.8 Pro Olympus - Editorial Reviews (8)

4.5

Based on 8 reviews

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Imaging Resource

Published: 10.09.2013

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Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f/2.8 Pro Hands on: OM System M.Zuiko 12-40mm f/2.8 Pro II review

digitalcameraworld

Published: 15.02.2022

Hands on: OM System M.Zuiko 12-40mm f/2.8 Pro II review

The OM System M.Zuiko 12-40mm f/2.8 Pro II is a 24-80mm equivalent with unrivaled IP53 weather sealing

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PCMAG

Published: 26.09.2013

Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f2.8 PRO Review

4.5

The Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f2.8 PRO lens lives up to its moniker, delivering professional results when paired with a Micro Four Thirds camera.

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Review of the Olympus 12-40mm f/2.8 Pro lens by Thom Hogan

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Photo Review

Published: 06.01.2020

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

4.5

A fast standard zoom lens with dust- and splash-proof construction and speedy, near-silent autofocusing for M4/3 cameras.

Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f/2.8 Pro Olympus M.ZUIKO Digital 12-40mm f/2.8 Pro Review | Photography Blog

photographyblog.com

Published: 05.05.2014

Olympus M.ZUIKO Digital 12-40mm f/2.8 Pro Review | Photography Blog

4.5

The M.ZUIKO Digital 12-40mm f/2.8 Pro is a new fast standard zoom lens from Olympus for the Micro Four Thirds system. Offering a 24-80mm focal length, constant f/2.8 maximum aperture, fast and near-silent focusing, and a manual focus clutch, read our in-depth Olympus M.ZUIKO Digital 12-40mm f/2.8 Pro review to find out if it's the perfect partner for the flagship OM-D E-M1 camera.

Tools and Toys

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This lens is fit and finished with professionals and enthusiasts in mind. And it delivers.

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DXOMARK

Published: 14.11.2013

Olympus M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12-40mm F2.8 PRO lens review: Pro worthy performer

Introduced alongside the firm’s new top-of-the-range OM-D E-M1 model, this new pro-grade standard zoom is the long awaited rival to Panasonic’s constant aperture G X Vario 12-35mm f2.8 ASPH model. Read on to find out how well it performs.