OM System

OM System M.Zuiko 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 III

The 2026 update of OM's basic kit zoom, now weather sealed and focusing closer (13cm). 125g, 28-84mm equivalent.

Starting from
£349 new
Average price across retailers: ~£349
Available at 3 retailers
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Clifton Cameras
Clifton Cameras
£349
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Wex Photo Video
Wex Photo Video
£349
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Core
Released
2026
Focal Length
14–42mm
Aperture
f/3.5-5.6
Compatible Mount
Micro Four Thirds
Filter Size
46mm
Dimensions
60mm diameter × 50.5mm length
Weight
125g
Weather Sealed
Yes
Optics & Focus
AF Motor
Stepping (MSC) motor
Optical IS
None (relies on body IS)
Aperture Blades
7
Magnification
0.26x
Min. Focus Distance
0.13m

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GearScore™ — Suitability by Genre

Base score — computed from verified specs for an enthusiast shooting photo and video. Camera Match adjusts it for your skill level and priorities.

Portrait
4.5
Street
6.1
Travel
7.5
Wedding & Events
6.5
Vlogging & Video
6.2
Filmmaking
5.4
Documentary
5.3
Landscape
6.3
Casual
7.9
Food
4.4
Macro
3.8
Architecture
5.5
Astrophotography
3.6
Underwater
4.9
✅ Great For
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Casual 7.9 Strong on focal length, portability and value for money.
✈️
Travel 7.5 Strong on portability, focal length and weather sealing.
⚠️ Not Ideal For
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Astrophotography 3.6 Held back by maximum aperture and focal length.
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Macro 3.8 Held back by optical quality and focal length.
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Food 4.4 Held back by optical quality and maximum aperture.
📝 How suitability scores are calculated GearScore™ genre scores are calculated from this camera's verified specifications — autofocus, sensor, weight, weather sealing and more — weighted by what matters for each type of photography. Where a spec sheet misses something (e.g. a manual-focus rangefinder for street), we apply a documented editorial adjustment. Scores are not based on customer reviews. See our full methodology →
Price History — M.Zuiko 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 III