The OM System M.Zuiko 12-40mm F2.8 PRO Mk II is a high-resolution, large-aperture zoom that offers incredible versatility from wide angle to mid-range telephoto shots. Its even great for macro photography. Put it in your gear bag and youll find yourself reaching for it over and over again. Even with all that imaging power, its still lightweight and compact enough to comfortably fit in your hand. The IP53-rating means its highly weathersealed so you can shoot without worry in the most adverse conditions. One of the most versatile lenses youll ever own.Bright F2.8With a bright, fast F2.8 aperture youll be able to achieve a shallow depth of field with exceptional sharpness even in low light. Its perfect for shooting landscapes, wildlife, people and even macro photography without a tripod. Its one lens you can use in a variety of environments that delivers outstanding image quality every time.14 Elements in 9 GroupsTheres lots of world-class glass inside. Youll find 14 elements configured in 9 groups. Theres EDA. DSA, HD, HR. ED and x4 aspherical lenses that are all configured to keep your images free from any aberrations and flares that traditionally come from zooming. Your images will be high resolution from the center to the edges.Zero CoatingBesides being built with some of the worlds finest glass, we apply an advanced coating that suppresses ghosting and flares.5-AXIS IMAGE STABILIZATION COMPATIBLEThe 8-25mm PRO is fully compatible with Olympus in-camera 5-Axis Image Stabilization, which compensates for all types of camera motion. Easily capture blur-free landscapes in low light, no tripod needed.Flourine CoatingWhen your lens gets wet, you need to wipe it clean before taking the next shot. A fluorine coating lets you get rid of the water quickly. One wipe and its gone. No streaking or waterdrops left behind. Youll clean your lens quickly and more efficiently so youll get back to shooting faster.IP53 DUSTPROOF AND SPLASHPROOFSometimes you have to shoot in less than perfect conditions. You could use a rain jacket and carry around extra gear. Or shoot with our IP53-rated lens and not worry about the conditions. Its splashproof and dustproof. You can also use it in below freezing temperatures down to 14F/ -10C. Thats because it's protected by an advanced system of seals that keeps you working no matter how harsh it gets out there.Portable PerformanceBig, bulky lenses are a pain to lug around. Thats why the OM System is one of the most portable in the world. The idea is that with less weight and bulk youll be able to work at your best. The 12-40mm lens fits right in. It weighs only 13.4 ounces 50% lighter than other full-frame mirrorless SLR camera lenses with a 2.4 inch diameter. That means its lightweight and fits comfortably in the palm of your hand. Its the perfect balance of imaging power and portability so youll be able to take your best shots.Designed For YouIf you do a lot of shooting outdoors, youll appreciate that its built to be tough and durable. It features all-metal construction so it can handle plenty of bumps and jolts. Just holding it in your hand conveys exceptional quality, craftsmanship and attention to detail. It was made with the very latest manufacturing technologies that works with pinpoint precision so you can work at your best.Manual Focus ClutchSwitching between auto and manual focus is effortless. Just pull the focus ring towards you for manual and away from you to go back to auto. Itll help you keep your eye on the subject and not on your camera.Function ButtonIf you have a function specific to the way you shoot like Magnify, Peaking or Digital Teleconverter, you can assign one of them to a button on the lens barrel and access it instantly. If you dont assign it a function, use it to pause autofocus.Get CloseThis lens will help you capture stunning close-up shots of insects, leaves and flowers and other small objects. Get as close as 7.8 inches to your subject with a maximum shooting magnification of 0.6x (35mm equivalent). Youll have all the imaging power you need to raise your macro photography to new heights.Fast & High Precision AFThe 12-40mm features the latest in optical design technology to deliver fast and precise focusing. It uses a MSC (Movie and Still Compatible) mechanism to silently and quickly drive the focusing lenses. The result is a compact, lightweight focusing unit that enables 50fps sequential shooting while letting you shoot stills and movies with speed and accuracy.Compatible With Focus StackingFocus Stacking helps you capture artistic macro shots and beautiful landscape photos. When paired with a compatible camera, youll be able take shots with deep focus from foreground to background through creating a composite image by combining multiple shots with different focus.