Olympus ED 12mm f/2

Micro Four Thirds, Micro Four Thirds
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Test reportsVery good based on 3 tests
Delivered between 15/1/2025 and 6/2/2025
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Model

Product details

A classic design, a robust metal housing and outstanding optical characteristics are the hallmarks of the powerful M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12 mm 1:2.0 (24 mm corresponding to a 35 mm camera). With a focal length
of 24 mm and a speed of 1:2.0, it is ideal for low light conditions when flash or tripods are not available, as well as for landscapes and interior shots from short distances. Directly on the lens ring you can change from AF to manual focus and read the depth of field - top for snapshots. The high-quality multiple coating (ZERO - ZUIKO Extra-low Reflection Optical) of the lenses and a DSA (Dual Super-Aspherical) element guarantee high image quality. The wide-angle lens is now available in black as standard, as is the LH-48 lens hood.

Key specifications

Sensor compatibility
Micro Four Thirds
Weight
130 g
Focus type
Autofocus, 
Manual focus
Lens type
Prime lens, 
Wide angle lens
Bayonet lens mount
Micro Four Thirds
Focal length
12 mm
Documents
Manual.pdf
Item number
2762436

General information

Manufacturer
Olympus
Category
Lenses
Manufacturer no.
V311020BE001
Release date
21.10.2011

Colour

Colour group
Black

Focusing

Minimum focus distance
0.20 m

Camera lens properties

Lens type
Prime lens, 
Wide angle lens
Bayonet lens mount
Micro Four Thirds
Max. Aperture
2 
Min. aperture
22 
Min. focal length
12 mm
Max. focal length
12 mm
Focal length
12 mm
Sensor compatibility
Micro Four Thirds
Number of diaphragm blades
7 x
Filter thread
46 mm
Number of lenses
11
Number of lens groups
8
Lens equipment
Metal bayonet
Focus type
Autofocus, 
Manual focus

Origin

Country of origin
Vietnam

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
Lens (black), 
Manual, 
Rear lens cap for Micro Four Thirds lenses (LR-2), 
Warranty card

Product dimensions

Weight
130 g
Length
43 mm
Diameter
56 mm

Package dimensions

Length
9 cm
Width
9 cm
Height
8.50 cm
Weight
214 g

14-day cancellation right
30-day right of returnReturn policy
24 Months Statutory warrantyGuarantee provisions

Reviews & Ratings

Statutory warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Lenses» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Galaxus
  • 2.Nikon
  • 4.Sony
  • 5.Olympus
  • 5.Sigma
  • 5.TTArtisan

Statutory warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Galaxus
  • Olympus
  • 1.Viltrox
  • 2.Sigma
  • 3.TTArtisan
  • 4.Nikon

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Lenses» category returned?

Source: Galaxus
  • 1.Olympus
  • 2.Canon
  • 2.OM System
  • 4.Nikon
  • 5.Sony
Source: Galaxus

Overall ratingVery good95/100
Very good95/100
Color Foto Logo
Color FotoSingle testReleaseAugust 2022

650 Euro kostet das M-Zuiko 2/12 mm. Es ist bereits recht lange im Markt, doch als Weitwinkeloptik bleibt es ein guter Kauf. Offen liegen Auflösung und Kontrast in der Bildmitte auf gutem Niveau. Der Randabfall der Auflösung passt, beim Kontrast sollte er geringer sein. Unsere Messung bei Blende 4 liefert für die Bildmitte bereits sehr gute Messwerte...

Very good96/100
CNET.de Logo
CNET.deSingle testReleaseOctober 2011
  • Positiveextrem scharf
  • Positiveherausragende Verarbeitungsqualität
  • PositiveTiefenschärfeanzeige
  • Negativekeine Gegenlichtblende im Lieferumfang

Das 12-Millimeter-F2.0-Objektiv von Olympus überzeugt mit exzellenter Abbildungsleistung und hervorragendem Design. Straßenfotografen, die viel manuell fokussieren, dürften an dieser Festbrennweite kaum vorbeikommen. Angesichts der hohen Anschaffungskosten hätten wir allerdings eine Gegenlichtblende im Lieferumfang erwartet.

This test report belongs to a different type: ED 12mm f/2 (Micro Four Thirds, Micro Four Thirds)