w/Cap【Top Mint】OLYMPUS M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 II MSC Japan #E0345

• Autofocus works properly
• Zoom ring works smoothly
• Manual focus ring works smoothly
• Aperture blades move properly

• No fungus
• No haze or fog
• No scratches
• No balsam separation

• Brand: Olympus
• Model: M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 II
• Lens Type: Standard Zoom Lens
• Lens Mount: Micro Four Thirds
• Compatible Cameras: Olympus OM-D and PEN series, OM System, Panasonic Lumix G series and other Micro Four Thirds cameras
• Image Format: Micro Four Thirds
• Focal Length: 14-42mm
• 35mm Equivalent Focal Length: Approx. 28-84mm
• Maximum Aperture: f/3.5-5.6
• Minimum Aperture: f/22
• Lens Construction: 8 Elements in 7 Groups
• Angle of View: 75° - 29° (diagonal)
• Minimum Focusing Distance: 0.25 m (0.82 ft)
• Focus Type: Autofocus with MSC (Movie & Still Compatible) quiet drive; manual focus by wire
• Design: Collapsible retracting barrel
• Aperture Blades: 7
• Filter Size: 37 mm
• Weight (Approx.): 113 g
• Release Year: 2011

The OLYMPUS M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 II MSC is a compact standard zoom lens for the Micro Four Thirds system. Supplied with many Olympus PEN and OM-D cameras, it combines a useful zoom range, quiet autofocus, and a remarkably small collapsible design.

On a Micro Four Thirds camera, the 14-42mm range is equivalent to approximately 28-84mm in 35mm terms. It covers wide-angle scenes, everyday snapshots, and portraits, making it a capable all-round lens for travel and daily photography.

The MSC (Movie & Still Compatible) designation means the lens uses a quiet, smooth autofocus drive designed for both still photography and video. Focus is fast and nearly silent, so it works well for recording movies without distracting motor noise.

Its collapsible barrel retracts when not in use, making the camera and lens combination small enough to slip into a bag or large pocket. At about 113 g, it adds very little weight to a compact mirrorless camera.

Optically, the 8-element, 7-group design produces sharp images with good contrast and pleasing color, especially when stopped down slightly. Close focusing to 0.25 m allows tight framing of food, flowers, and small objects.

The lens works with all Micro Four Thirds cameras, including Olympus OM-D, PEN, and OM System models, as well as Panasonic Lumix G cameras. Its 37 mm filter thread accepts small, inexpensive filters.

Compact kit zooms like this remain valuable as lightweight travel lenses, replacement kit lenses, and backup lenses, thanks to their portability and convenience.

If you need a small, light, and quiet standard zoom for your Micro Four Thirds camera, the M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 II MSC is an excellent and practical choice.