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M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-50mm 1:3.5-6.3 EZ
- 12-50mm
- f/3.5
- Zoom
- 211 g
- Min focus 0.2 m
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Quick answer
A weather-resistant power-zoom lens for Micro Four Thirds with a macro mode. It weighs about 211 g, takes 52mm filters and covers 24-100mm in full-frame terms.
Pros
- Dust and splash resistant
- Electronic zoom lever
- Macro mode
- Light at 211 g
Cons
- Slow aperture
- Image quality below Pro lenses
- Electronic zoom speed is coarse
Verdict
A tough all-rounder that was designed to be used in poor weather.
About this lens
The Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-50mm 1:3.5-6.3 EZ is a standard zoom lens covering 12-50mm at f/3.5-6.3 for Micro Four Thirds mount cameras, with extra-low dispersion glass. A compact, lightweight zoom for Micro Four Thirds cameras.
Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-50mm 1:3.5-6.3 EZ specifications
- Brand
- Olympus
- Mount
- Micro Four Thirds
- Focal length
- 12-50mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/3.5
- Lens type
- Zoom
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.2 m
- Filter thread
- 52 mm
- Weight
- 211 g
- Length
- 83 mm
- Diameter
- 57 mm
Specification source: wikidata.org
What can you shoot with the Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-50mm 1:3.5-6.3 EZ?
- Travel and outdoor use
- Video with electronic zoom
- Casual close-ups
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 | 24–100mm | 20.4–73.7° | 24.4–84.1° |
Frequently asked questions
What does EZ mean on the Olympus 12-50mm?
EZ stands for Electronic Zoom, with a lever on the barrel that is convenient for video.
What filter size does it use?
It takes 52mm filters. Buy that size and they mount directly with no step ring.
How close can it focus?
Minimum focus is 0.2 m in macro mode. That is close enough to place a foreground subject against a wide background.
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All Micro Four Thirds lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
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