Olympus M.Zuiko 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 ED Review

We take a look at Olympus' standard lens

Product Overview

Overall rating:

88%

Olympus M.Zuiko 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 ED

Overall score:88%
Value:85%
Performance:90%
Image Quality:90%
Design:90%
Features:90%

Pros:

  • Clever lens ‘parking’

Cons:

  • Chromatic aberration

Product:

Olympus M.Zuiko 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 ED Review

Manufacturer:

Price as reviewed:

£290.00

Sample images

Verdict

Although there appears to be a slight drop in resolution wide-open at 42mm the MTF curves stay above the crucial 0.25 cycles-per-pixel level.

Details

Product Shots:View product shots of the Olympus M.Zuiko 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 ED lens
Sample Photos: See sample image gallery
Minimum Aperture:f/22
Lens Mount:Lumix / Olympus Pen
Filter Thread:40.5mm
Focus Method:AF/MF and MF
Minimum Focus:0.25
Lens Construction:9 / 8
Maximum Aperture:f/3.5-5.6
Weight:150g
Dimensions:62 x 43mm
Focal Length:14-42mm
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