OM System also released a new M.Zuiko Digital 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 III lens:
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- Focal length: 14–42mm (28–84mm equivalent)
- Maximum aperture: f/3.5–5.6
- Minimum aperture: f/22
- Mount / format: Micro Four Thirds
- Angle of view: 75°–29°
- Optical design: 8 elements in 7 groups, including 3 aspherical elements
- Diaphragm: 7 rounded blades
- Minimum focus distance: 0.13 m / 13 cm / 5.1″ at 14mm; 0.30 m / 30 cm / 11.8″ at 42mm
- Maximum magnification: 0.26× at 14mm (0.53× 35mm equivalent); 0.19× at 42mm (0.38× 35mm equivalent)
- Closest shooting field: 65.9 × 49.5 mm at 14mm; 90.0 × 67.6 mm at 42mm
- Autofocus: Yes (faster than the previous mechanical 14-42mm; supports OM System in-camera focus stacking / depth composite)
- Optical image stabilization: No (uses camera IBIS)
- Weather sealing: IPX1 dust- and splash-resistant when paired with a weather-sealed OM System body
- Filter thread: 46 mm
- Dimensions: Ø60.0 × 50.5 mm (collapsible locking barrel; must be extended to shoot)
- Weight: 125 g (4.4 oz)
- Included: LC-46 front cap, LR-2 rear cap
- Optional: LH-49B hood, PRF-D46 PRO protector, LSC-0811 case
