Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 12mm f/2

Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 12mm f/2
MakerOlympus Corporation
Technical data
TypePrime
Focal length12mm
Focal length (35mm equiv.)24mm
Aperture (max/min)f/2.0 - 22
Close focus distance0.2m (7.9 in)
Max. magnification0.08
Diaphragm blades7, round
Construction11 elements in 8 groups
Features
Lens-based stabilizationNo No
Macro capableNo No
Physical
Max. length43 mm (1.7 in)
Diameter56 mm (2.2 in)
Weight130g (4.6 oz)
Filter diameterØ46mm
Angle of view
Diagonal84 deg.
History
Introduction2011

The Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 12mm f/2 is a Micro Four Thirds System Prime lens by Olympus Corporation. In the Micro Four Thirds format, it is a wide- or ultra-wide lens.

The lens is focus-by-wire, using the autofocus motor even for manual focus. The motor is quiet, and suitable for video use ("MSC"- movie and stills compatible). Unlike other focus-by-wire systems, the lens offers two manual focus modes. In the traditional focus-by-wire mode, the focus mechanism operates like other Micro Four Thirds lenses. The focus ring can be moved to engage a "snap focus" mode, which displays a distance scale for zone focusing, and provides a feel similar to mechanical focus systems. The "snap focus" mode makes this the first auto-focus capable Micro Four Thirds lens with a distance scale. The front element does not rotate, allowing the consistent use of polarized filters; a 46mm filter thread lets users share filters with many of Panasonic's lenses.

Early reviews are positive, with good sharpness and build quality.[1][2][3]

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References

  1. ^ "SLRGear review".
  2. ^ "Techradar first look".
  3. ^ "CNET first look".
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