Olympus ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12-60mm f/2.8-4 SWD

Don't overlook this lens if you have EM1 1or 2 I bought this lens because it has the focal length range that I like. I was not sure how well it was going to work with my EM1 1 but I have been pleasantly pleased. While it does not focus as fast as the newer pro lenses it is quite adequate plus manual focus works well. I have used it for several photo shoots & really like it. The photos are sharp with good color & it focused quickly in most situations. This lens is a great deal for the price they are selling for. I actually prefer this lens to my 12-40 f2.8. The 12-40 is a great lens, fast focusing, sharp but the focal range is limiting while th12-60 is perfect for me.

Amazingly good lens I have been an Olympus aficionado since the OM 1 and I have had the pleasure to use most of their top lenses, including the 250/2.0 (which I am now selling), and several of the pro and semi-pro digital lenses. With that frame of reference, this lens impressed me beyond my high expectations that were based on many reviews. It is the best walk around lens. It's images are tack sharp even wide open. Focusing is lightning fast and accurate and it will focus down to about 4" at 60/120 mm. My highest recommendation.

Used Lens It was in excellent used condition as advertised. I bought it for an older used camera system since Olympus no longer supports their DSLR owners. These lens will not work properly on a micro 4/3 body with the adapter for sports photography or anything where a quick focus speed is required. You can no longer buy an Olympus DSLR camera. If you are buying a new camera system buy from someone who does not abandon a huge portion of their custom base as Olympus did. So buy from someone like Nikon, Pentax, Sony etc. The image quality from my new Nikon system is so much better than my Olympus E-5 DSLR or my sons Olympus OM-D E-M1.