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Rokinon 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS vs Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 12mm F2

Both are Micro Four Thirds prime lenses. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the Rokinon 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Pick the Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 12mm F2 if

  • You want the lighter lens to carry: 125 g lighter (130 g vs 255 g)
  • You want a compact lens: 43 mm vs 57.9 mm long

Spec differences

9 differences
Specifications that differ between the Rokinon 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS and the Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 12mm F2
Rokinon 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 12mm F2
Brand
Rokinon
Olympus
Format
APS-C
not listed
Weight
255 g
130 g lighter
Length
57.9 mm
43 mm shorter
Diameter
72.5 mm
56 mm slimmer
Filter thread
67 mm
46 mm
Max magnification
not listed
0.08×
Optical design
12 elements / 10 groups
11 elements / 8 groups
Autofocus motor
Manual focus
not listed
6 identical specs hidden: mount, type, focal length, max aperture, min focus distance, image stabilization. Show all
Mount
Micro Four Thirds both
Type
Prime both
Focal length
12mm both
Max aperture
f/2 both
Min focus distance
0.2 m both
Image stabilization
No both

Our notes

Rokinon 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS

The Rokinon 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS is a fast wide-angle prime lens covering 12mm at f/2.0 for Micro Four Thirds mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.

Our notes

Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 12mm F2

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