M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-200mm F3.5-6.3
- 12-200mm
- f/3.5
- Zoom
- 455 g
- Min focus 0.22 m
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Quick answer
A 16.7x superzoom for Micro Four Thirds, equal to 24-400mm. It is a single-lens travel option.
Pros
- Huge range
- Compact for the range
- Light
Cons
- Slow aperture
- Image quality compromises
Verdict
It is an all-in-one for MFT.
About this lens
This 12-200mm f/3.5-6.3 superzoom lens from Olympus fits Micro Four Thirds mount cameras, with extra-low dispersion glass. The wide-to-tele range makes it a one-lens option for travel and everyday shooting.
Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-200mm F3.5-6.3 specifications
- Brand
- Olympus
- Mount
- Micro Four Thirds
- Focal length
- 12-200mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/3.5
- Lens type
- Zoom
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.22 m
- Filter thread
- 72 mm
- Weight
- 455 g
- Length
- 100 mm
- Diameter
- 78 mm
Specification source: wikidata.org
What can you shoot with the Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-200mm F3.5-6.3?
- Travel
- Walkaround
- Casual wildlife
Its moderate maximum aperture works best in good light or with a higher ISO.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Micro Four Thirds | 2.0x | 24–400mm | 5.2–73.7° | 6.2–84.1° |
Frequently asked questions
What is the equivalent range?
About 24-400mm on a full-frame equivalent basis, a very wide range from one lens.
Does the Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-200mm F3.5-6.3 have stabilization?
Not in the lens; it relies on the camera's in-body stabilization where available.
Is the Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-200mm F3.5-6.3 sharp?
It is acceptable across most of the range, with the usual compromises of a superzoom.
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All Micro Four Thirds lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
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