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Review on Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-45mm F4.0 PRO Lens Black: Perfect for Micro Four Thirds Cameras by Johnathan Sherman

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Serious kit lens upgrade!

This is my third zoom lens from Olympus M.Zuiko. The included 14-42mm lens that came with my OMD 10 Mark III is great for getting started and learning how to use this system. When I bought the OMD 5 Mark III all-weather lens, I needed an all-weather lens. So I bought the M.Zuiko 12-200mm, a great travel lens that adapts to any shooting situation. But this lens is too heavy and bulky for everyday shooting. This 12-45mm Pro is the zoom lens I'm most likely to use for everyday photography. The optics are significantly better than with the kit lens. It's weatherproof, making it a great alternative to my OMD 5. The focus range also makes it excellent for macro photography. I hesitated to buy this lens because I already had 2 zooms (and a few primes). I have no regrets. This is a great addition to my bag.

Pros
  • Few competitors
Cons
  • Not reliable