Olympus M. Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f/2.8 Pro - Reviews
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17.1.2017
Very sharp, reasonably fast, can get decent bokeh. Like how it handles and manual focus clutch. Splash proof perfect / necessary for Scotish & English weather. LFn button useful with standard function AEL/AFL but is a bit hard to find. This and all Pro lenses feel Big & Heavy (and expensive) when compared to "usual" m4/3 25mm, 45mm or even 14-150 and 75-300. Changing between 12-40 Pro and 40-150 Pro needs careful handling. But if you want/need Pro performance and characteristics you pay for these and manage the size and weight. It is just that this is no longer a small, cute, high performance, low cost m4/3 lense :) Clearly meant for enthusiasts and professionals,
18.1.2017
I replaced two Olympus prime lenses with this 12-40mm pro, I was a little reticent, as the image quality of the 17mm and 45 prime it was going to replace, was excellent. I need not have been concerned, this 12-40 mm pro lens is truly exceptional, it is so sharp and exceptionally fast to focus that I can't stop using it. I have used some very expensive lenses prior to changing to the Olympus micro four thirds system, but I have never produced images of this clarity before. If you have a passion for quality photography and own an OMD, this lens will blow your mind, and anyone who looks at your pictures will also be very impressed. At the purchase price from e-global via ebay,
4.10.2017
Having recently switched from Canon L series to the smaller, lighter, 4/3rds on a GH5 - you expect to lose a little of that lush depth of field imagery, but with the constant aperture at 2.8 and an actually quite 'useful' zoom range (what is in effect 24 to 80mm on a full frame), this little, but reassuringly heavy lens performs small wonders. Love it! I'm also lucky enough to have the 12-100mm constant f4 Olympus which has its own place, but for gaining a little more light all round in those darker places, grab yourself one of these - you can't go wrong!
25.12.2019
Just make sure your camera body has in-body stabilization as the lens itself does not have stabilization. The focal length is wide enough at 12mm to shoot landscape photos. At the narrow end, 30 to 40mm will shoot great portrait shots only beaten out by a faster prime lens. The speed f/2.8 is fast enough to get most of the needs done. At low light, you'll need to pump up your ISO though to compensate.
7.12.2017
I also have a Canon 24-70 f2.8 L lens for my full frame camera but looking at the images produced by both side by side in LR I can't see any difference. This lens is super sharp, weather sealed and beautifully made - I can't fault it. I got a fantastic bargain considering I paid the same for brand new as used versions are sold here in the UK.
26.1.2018
This is one lens that definitely lives up to the rave reviews. Super sharp and detailed images. It is a bit big and heavy compared to other lenses, but it's a worthwhile trade off. How sharp is it- my Panasonic Leica 25mm f1.4 is now redundant. A major plus is the ability to grab the focus ring and instantly switch to manual focus.
11.5.2016
I have many Olympus four thirds lenses, but I bought this micro four thirds lens for my OM-D E-M1. This lens is fast and really sharp. It feels weighty and is rugged and well built. Excellent value, I now use this as standard on my camera. It beats the four thirds lenses used with an adaptor and is more compact.
21.10.2016
contrary to other posts what was delivered was on time and as per the listinga brand new , in the box lensas to the product .. Its Brill !go look at other sites for details but its fast , sharp and the image is crisp, my only issue is the DoF which I would like less but due to the format it is what it is
6.2.2019
This is just amazing compared with the usual kit lens. This is one you can glue on to the camera and forget.It is reasonably tough but that is not what you are looking for in something you will look after.Very sharp indeed.Expensive new but a good / excellent deal used.
25.1.2017
The Olympus 12-40mm f/2.8 pro Lens. Build quality is fantastic. The focus ring glides beautifully and I like the snap on & off for the focus ring. The zoom ring moves nicely. I am early days using this lens. But so far not disappointed with the Olympus lens.
1.12.2017
The picture quality from this lens is superb. The maximum aperture of f2.8 is an improvement on the 12-50 f5.6 basic lens, but it is quite a bit heavier and larger. It appears to be very well made. At the price I paid, it is good value.
8.12.2017
Not sure why but sometimes is acts a little strange on the GX85 body like, not focusing correctly. A quick camera restart and it's working again, but a little frustrating. IQ is really nice though :)
31.1.2018
A very well made professional product. All movements are precise and accurate - and it is sealed against the weather. Excellent sharp results from this lens and a bargain price.
30.5.2017
This lens pairs perfectly with the OMD EM1 in terms of size, weight, ergonomics and motto.Image quality is very good and the pleasure in using this combo is great.
7.5.2017
great lens fast pin sharp and light as a feather,with no visible aberationsin photos even in low light,very impressed and pleased with vfm price from this supplier