Lens Comparison
OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-45mm f/4 PRO vs Panasonic LUMIX G X VARIO 35-100mm f/2.8 II
Key Differences
- OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-45mm f/4 PRO has a better min focus distance (23 cm vs 85 cm).
- Panasonic LUMIX G X VARIO 35-100mm f/2.8 II has a better maximum aperture (f/2.8 vs f/4).
- OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-45mm f/4 PRO has a better length (70mm vs 99.6mm).
- OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-45mm f/4 PRO has a better weight (254g (9.0 oz) vs 360g (12.7 oz)).
- OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-45mm f/4 PRO has a better max magnification (0.25x vs 0.17x).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 12-45mm | 35-100mm |
| Lens Type | Zoom | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 12 | 16 |
| Optical Groups | 9 | 12 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/4 | f/2.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Lens Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Angle of View | − | − |
| 35mm Equivalent | 24-90mm | 70-200mm |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | Stepping | Stepping |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 23 cm | 85 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.25x | 0.17x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | No | Yes |
| Aperture Ring | No | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $699 | $699 |
| Filter Size | 55mm | 58mm |
| Diameter | 63.4mm | 67.4mm |
| Length | 70mm | 99.6mm |
| Weight | 254g (9.0 oz) | 360g (12.7 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
