OM System 12-100mm F4.0 IS Pro M.Zuiko Digital ED Lens

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OM System 12-100mm F4.0 IS PRO M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED Lens

M.Zuiko ED 12-100mm f4.0 IS PRO at a Glance

Discover unparalleled versatility with the M. Zuiko Digital ED 12-100mm f4.0 IS PRO lens. As the only professional high magnification zoom lens covering a 35mm equivalent 24-200mm focal range, this Micro Four Thirds lens is engineered for exceptional optical performance. With premium construction and superior glass, it delivers razor-sharp images, enhanced by the world's most powerful image stabilization system, the 5-Axis Sync IS. This weatherproof, fast-focusing lens offers effortless control and is perfect for portraits, wide-angle shots, landscapes, and macro photography. One lens. Unmatched versatility.

Key Features

  • F4.0 Aperture: Maintain consistent brightness with a constant f4.0 aperture.
  • 24-200mm Focal Length: 35mm equivalent focal length offers extensive reach.
  • 0.6x - 0.42x Magnification: Achieve exceptional close-ups with 35mm equivalent max. image magnification.

High Performance

M.Zuiko PRO Lenses

M.Zuiko PRO lenses are designed for top-tier performance, boasting fast apertures and robust weathersealed construction.

Powerful Image Stabilization

The 12-100mm f4.0 IS PRO features in-lens image stabilization, providing up to 5 shutter speed steps of compensation, ensuring clear, sharp images even in challenging conditions.

Weathersealed Durability

Pair this lens with a weatherproof OM-D body to capture every moment without worrying about your equipment. Dust, splash, and freezeproof construction make it an ideal companion for any adventure.

Micro Shooting Capabilities

Capture subjects both near and far with the 12-100mm f4.0 PRO's minimum working distance of just 15 cm, allowing for stunning macro photography.

Travel Light with Heavy Performance

Professional photographers can now travel light while enjoying exceptional zoom performance with the Olympus M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12-100mm 1:4.0 IS PRO. Covering a focal length range equivalent to 24-200mm in 35mm terms, this 8.3x zoom lens combines quality that once required multiple lenses. The Sync IS system delivers up to 6.5 EV steps compensation when used with a matching camera model, ensuring stable, clear shots. Its lightweight, compact design makes it an ideal travel companion, ready to perform in any environment.

Down to the Finest Detail

Achieve breathtaking close-ups with the M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12-100mm 1:4.0 IS PRO. A minimum working distance of just 1.5cm allows for capturing the finest details and extreme wide-angle shots with ease.

Unprecedented Image Quality

The constant 1:4.0 aperture and 5-axis Sync IS system provide up to 6.5 EV steps of stabilization, delivering exceptional image quality. The lens' Z Coating Nano significantly reduces flaring, and its fast, high-precision AF system ensures clarity and definition for both still and moving subjects. Photographers will appreciate the customizable L-Fn button for quick access to specific functions and the focus clutch feature for smooth and fast manual focusing.

Elevate your photography with the OM System 12-100mm F4.0 IS PRO M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED Lens. Whether you're capturing landscapes, portraits, or macro shots, this versatile, professional-grade lens is designed to deliver exceptional performance in any setting.

Lens configuration 14 elements / 9 groups
Maximum image magnification 0.3x (Micro Four Thirds) / 0.6x (35mm format)
Angle of view 84 - 30°
Closest focusing distance 0.2m
Minimum field size 58 x 44mm
ED lens elements 2
Aspherical glass elements 1 (1 is ED glass)
Aspherical ED element 2
DSA lens elements 1
HR elements 2
High-refractive element 2
HD lens elements 1 elements
Focal length 12 - 40mm
Focal length (equiv. 35mm) 24 - 80mm
Maximum aperture F2.8
Minimum aperture F22
Number of aperture blades 7 Circular aperture diaphragm for natural background blurring
Dust, splash & freezeproof Available
Note According to IP53
Lens Hood locking Safety button
L-Fn Button Available
MF Clutch Available
Diameter 69.9mm
Length 84mm
Filter diamater 62mm
Weight 382g
Exterior  
Compatible to Tele Converter MC-14 No
Compatible to Tele Converter MC-20 No
Operates with 5-axis Sync IS No
Compatible with 50fps Yes
Lens Cap LC-62G
Lens Hood LH-66D

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Understanding: Aperture

Aperture is the opening in a camera lens that controls how much light enters the camera. It's measured in f-stops like f/2.8 or f/8. Lower f-stop numbers mean wider openings, letting in more light and creating a shallow depth of field (blurry background). Higher f-stop numbers mean smaller openings, letting in less light and creating a larger depth of field (more of the scene in focus). Aperture also affects the quality of out-of-focus areas in the image (bokeh).

Understanding: Lens Types

Different lenses have different purposes to achieve different styles of images, some popular ones include:
Prime Lens: Fixed focal length, sharp images, great for portraits and dark settings.
Zoom Lens: Variable focal length, versatile for different shots and everyday use..
Wide-Angle Lens: Captures wide scenes like landscapes.
Telephoto Lens: Magnifies distant subjects, ideal for sports & wildlife.
Macro Lens: Perfect for close-up photography of small subjects.
Fisheye Lens: Ultra-wide perspective, creates unique images.

Understanding: Lens Mounts

Different camera brands use different lens mounts, which are like connectors that attach lenses to camera bodies. Each mount is specific to a particular brand and camera series. For example, Canon uses the EF and RF mounts, Nikon uses the F mount, Sony uses the E mount for its mirrorless cameras. These mounts dictate which lenses are compatible with which cameras. Some brands offer adapters to use lenses from other systems, but it's essential to ensure compatibility for proper functionality and autofocus performance.

Understanding: Manual and Autofocus

Manual focus and autofocus are two ways to adjust the sharpness of a camera lens. With manual focus, you turn a ring on the lens to bring the subject into focus yourself, giving you full control over what appears sharp in the image. Autofocus, on the other hand, relies on the camera's built-in technology to automatically adjust the focus for you, usually by detecting contrast or phase differences in the scene. Autofocus can be convenient, especially for fast-moving subjects or when you need to capture a quick shot, whereas manual focus allows for precise adjustments and creative control over the final image.

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