Olympus M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12-40mm 1:2.8 User Manual

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M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED
12-40mm 1:2.8
• Pro image quality in all
conditions
• Autofocusing with high speed
Constant aperture – superbly built
Heralding a new standard of M.ZUIKO lenses as the first model in the new M.ZUIKO PRO category, the M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12-40mm
1:2.8 PRO lens is engineered to meet the needs of professional photographers in all respects. When combined with the OLYMPUS
OM-D, this large-aperture lens achieves the reputation of an unbelievably fast AF high-performance standard zoom. Its constant, bright
aperture value of f2.8 at all focal lengths (equivalent to 24-80mm on a 35mm camera), combined with other sophisticated technologies
including an MSC and Manual Focus Clutch mechanism, deliver high-grade image creation for a wide range of photographic styles,
regardless of lighting conditions and distance. The compact and lightweight design also has a dustproof and splashproof construction
compliant with professional use, expanding shooting capabilities even in the most testing of environments.
Specifications
Focal Length
Focal length 12mm - 40mm
Focal length (equiv. 35mm) 24mm - 80mm
Lens Construction
Angle of view 84 - 30°
Closest focusing distance 0.2m
high-refractive element 2
Aspherical glass elements 1 (1 is ED glass)
Aspherical ED element 2 Aspherical ED element
DSA lens elements 1
ED lens elements 2
Lens configuration 14 elements / 9 groups
Maximum image magnification 0.3x (Micro Four Thirds) / 0.6x
(35mm format)
Minimum field size 58 x 44mm
Aperture
Maximum aperture 1:2.8
Minimum aperture 1:22
Number of aperture blades 7 Circular aperture diaphragm
for natural background blurring
Dimensions
Dimensions 69.9mm Ø, 84mm
Filter diamater 62mm
Weight 382g
Cover & Cap
Lens Cap LC-62D (62mm)
Lens Hood LH-66

Olympus M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12-40mm 1:2.8 Specifications

Focal Length

focal length	12mm - 40mm
focal length (equiv. 35mm)	24mm - 80mm

Optical Performance

angle of view	84 - 30°
closest focusing distance	0.2m
maximum image magnification	0.3x (Micro Four Thirds) / 0.6x (35mm format)

Aperture

maximum aperture	1:2.8
minimum aperture	1:22
number of aperture blades	7

Dimensions and Weight

dimensions	69.9mm Ø, 84mm
filter diameter	62mm
weight	382g

Summary

M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12-40mm 1:2.8 Features

Pro Image Quality

Highlights excellent image quality in all conditions.

High-Speed Autofocusing

Features fast and responsive autofocusing capabilities.

Constant Aperture Performance

Superbly Built Design

Describes the lens's robust construction and professional-grade engineering.

Advanced Technologies

Details technologies like MSC, Manual Focus Clutch for image creation.

Dustproof and Splashproof

Notes the lens's construction for durability in challenging environments.

Specifications

Focal Length Details

Specifies the focal length range and its 35mm equivalent.

Lens Construction Elements

Details the internal elements, groups, and magnification of the lens.

Aperture Characteristics

Lists the maximum and minimum aperture values and blade count.

Physical Dimensions

Provides the physical dimensions and weight of the lens.

Cover and Cap Information

Identifies the included lens cap and lens hood.