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M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm F2.8 PRO II

Micro Four Thirds · Zoom · MICRO FOUR_THIRDS

IP53 weather-sealed standard zoom with constant F2.8, MSC autofocus, and 0.3× magnification at 40mm.

$1,299

Launch price

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Last updated June 2026

Key specs at a glance

Focal Length

12-40 mm

Max Aperture

f/2.8

Mount

Micro Four Thirds

Coverage

Micro Four Thirds

Stabilization

No

Weight

382 g

Min Focus

20 cm

Filter Size

62 mm

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Best for

Use-case scores

Scored algorithmically from verified specs. 10 = best in class.

Portrait

Limited
3.0/ 10
  • · f/2.8 aperture is solid for standard portraits

Sports & Action

Fair
4.5/ 10
  • · Constant fast f/2.8 aperture allows fast shutter speeds

Video & Hybrid

Fair
5.0/ 10
  • · Internal focusing keeps lens length constant and stops rotation
  • · Constant aperture zoom avoids exposure shifts while zooming

Landscape

Excellent
10.0/ 10
  • · Ultra-wide angle (12mm) is perfect for sweeping landscapes
  • · Weather-sealed body protects against dust and rain in the field

Travel

Good
7.0/ 10
  • · Highly portable weight (382g) makes it travel-friendly
  • · Standard zoom range covers wide to portrait, highly versatile

Wildlife

Limited
2.0/ 10
  • · Weather-sealed design handles outdoor elements like rain or sand

Macro & Close-up

Fair
4.5/ 10
  • · Moderate close-up capabilities with 0.3x magnification
  • · Extremely close minimum focus distance of only 20 cm

Pros

  • Constant F2.8 across 12–40mm (24–80mm equiv.)
  • IP53 dust/splash/freeze resistance with ZERO coating
  • Compact 382g body with MF clutch and L-Fn button

Cons

  • No lens-based IS — relies on Sync IS in compatible bodies
  • Extending barrel design

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Full specifications

Verified specs · OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm F2.8 PRO II

Optical Design

Focal length (Min)12 mm
Focal length (Max)40 mm
Max aperture (Wide)f/2.8
Max aperture (Tele)f/2.8
Elements14
Groups9
Special elements1 EDA, 2 Aspherical, 1 DSA, 2 ED, 1 HD, 2 HR

Focus System

Min focus distance20 cm
Max magnification0.3 ×
Autofocus motorMSC (stepping motor)
Internal focusYes

Image Stabilization

Optical stabilizationNo
OIS effectiveness0 stops

Physical Specs

Weight382 g
Length84 mm
Diameter69.9 mm
Filter thread size62 mm
Weather sealingYes
Diaphragm blades7

Compatibility

Lens mountMicro Four Thirds
Format coverageMicro Four Thirds

Features

Control ringYes
Custom function buttonYes