M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO IIvs A7C II
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M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO II (2022)
Starting from £549 new
Best for Travel, events & everyday shooting
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Travel, Events & Everyday Shooting — M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO II (2022): The go-to standard zoom for Micro Four Thirds — sharp, fast, and built to withstand the elements.
Full-Frame Hybrid — A7C II (2023): Full-frame AI autofocus in the most compact body available — the best camera under £1,500 for hybrid shooters.
Who should buy what
A7C II (2023)
- Travel photographers who want full-frame quality in the most compact body
- Hybrid shooters who need full-frame video and IBIS in a small package
- A7C owners looking for a significant AF and video upgrade
- Portrait and wedding photographers who want a discreet full-frame backup
Quick take: The m.zuiko digital ed 12-40mm f/2.8 pro ii is the most affordable; only the m.zuiko digital ed 12-40mm f/2.8 pro ii is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO II (2022) | A7C II (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £549 | £1,499 |
| Sensor | f/2.8 (constant max aperture) | 33MP Full-frame Exmor R BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | — | 33.0MP |
| Video | 20cm minimum focus distance | 4K/60p oversampled, S-Log3, 10-bit internal |
| Autofocus | Dual FAST AF with linear motors — fast, quiet, and precise | 759-point phase-detect, AI subject recognition |
| Stabilisation | None (relies on body IBIS) | 5-axis IBIS, 7.0 stops |
| Burst Rate | N/A | 10fps mechanical, 30fps electronic |
| Battery Life | N/A | ~530 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 382g | 514g body only |
| Dimensions | 69.9mm diameter × 84mm length | 124.0 × 71.1 × 63.4mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | N/A | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.70× magnification |
| Screen | N/A | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Sony FE (full-frame E-mount) |
| Memory Cards | N/A | Dual slots: SD UHS-II + CFexpress Type A |
| Connectivity | N/A | USB-C (3.2), Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO II | A7C II |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Street | ||
| Landscape | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Wedding & Events | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
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