Lens Comparison
OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 12mm f/2.0 vs Panasonic LUMIX G VARIO 45-200mm f/4-5.6 II OIS
Key Differences
- OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 12mm f/2.0 has a better min focus distance (20 cm vs 90 cm).
- OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 12mm f/2.0 has a better weight (130g (4.6 oz) vs 370g (13.1 oz)).
- OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 12mm f/2.0 has a better length (43.5mm vs 99.9mm).
- OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 12mm f/2.0 has a better maximum aperture (f/2 vs f/4).
- Panasonic LUMIX G VARIO 45-200mm f/4-5.6 II OIS has a better max magnification (0.17x vs 0.1x).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 12mm | 45-200mm |
| Lens Type | Prime | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 8 | 16 |
| Optical Groups | 7 | 12 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/2 | f/4 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/16 | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Rounded Aperture | No | No |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Lens Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Angle of View | − | − |
| 35mm Equivalent | 24-24mm | 90-400mm |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | Stepping | Stepping |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | No | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 20 cm | 90 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.1x | 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) | $499 | $499 |
| Filter Size | 46mm | 52mm |
| Diameter | 56mm | 70.5mm |
| Length | 43.5mm | 99.9mm |
| Weight | 130g (4.6 oz) | 370g (13.1 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
