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M.Zuiko 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO II

The OM System M.Zuiko 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO II is the standard zoom workhorse for Micro Four Thirds — a 24-80mm equivalent range with constant f/2.8, 9-stop weather sealing, and compact dimensions that make it ideal for travel and reportage. Updated with faster AF, improved close focus, and the L-Fn button for quick settings access.

Typical Price
£849–£949
Average price across retailers: ~£899
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Core
Released
2022
Aperture
Micro Four Thirds (MFT)
Compatible Mount
62mm filter thread
Dimensions
69.9mm diameter × 87.3mm length
Weight
382g
Weather Sealed
Yes
Performance
AF Motor
MSC (Movie & Still Compatible) — fast and quiet
Optical IS
None (relies on in-body IBIS)
Burst Rate
N/A
Battery Life
N/A
Optics
Min. Focus Distance
N/A — lens
Viewfinder
N/A
Screen
N/A
Memory Cards
N/A
Connectivity
N/A

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Suitability Score by Genre
Travel
9.0
Landscape
9.0
Street
9.0
✅ Great For
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Travel Compact f/2.8 zoom with 9-stop weather sealing — handles any travel conditions.
🏔️
Landscape Wide to standard range with tight weather sealing for outdoor landscape work.
🏙️
Street Compact size and wide zoom range suit street and documentary photography perfectly.
⚠️ Not Ideal For

No significant limitations identified — this is a versatile camera without obvious weak spots for most shooters.

📝 How suitability scores are calculated Scores reflect the aggregated consensus from verified purchaser reviews across tracked UK retailers, weighted by photography genre tags applied by reviewers. This is community opinion — not GearFrame editorial assessment.
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