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Olympus Zuiko 12-60mm f/2.8-4.0 Digital ED SWD Lens for Olympus Digital SLR Cameras | 
| Brand: Olympus
Buy New: $768.00
New (14)
Rating:  11 reviews
Media: Electronics
Optical Zoom: 5
Maximum Focal Length: 60
Minimum Focal Length: 12
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.9
Dimensions (in): 6.4 x 5.3 x 5.1
MPN: 261014
Model: 261014
UPC: 050332160514
EAN: 0050332160514
ASIN: B000X1N56W
Release Date: November 5, 2007
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | 12-60 millimeter f2.8-4.0 zoom lens for digital cameras (equivalent to 24-120 millimeter in 35 millimeter photography) | | • | Features Supersonic Wave Drive (SWD) technology inside to provide quiet, ultra-fast autofocus speed | | • | In combination with the Olympus E-3 DLSR, delivers the fastest autofocus speed in the world | | • | 100-percent digital design ensures high-definition performance | | • | Features special optical glass elements to correct various types of aberrations |
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Product Description
In combination with the E3 Digital SLR Camera, this 12-60mm F2.8-4.0 SWD lens delivers fast autofocus speeds. It covers a zoom range equivalent to 24mm to 120mm on a 35mm camera lens. This lens also boasts impressive close-up shooting capability, allowing users to shoot from as close as 25cm throughout the zoom range. The extraordinary autofocus drive provides both high speed and high precision while operating with extremely low noise. Designed to meet the needs of the professional photographer, Zuiko Digital lenses were born of an uncompromising commitment to performance. The lens features high resolving power, to get the most out of the imaging element. Zuiko Digital lenses allow light to strike the image sensor at a near-perpendicular angle, minimizing degradation and light loss. This large, award-winning lens is perfectly matched to work exclusively with digital cameras so every pixel is properly exposed.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 6 more reviews...
Amazing lens... and it *does* work with a E-300 November 27, 2007
S. Dang (Westminster, California United States)
62 out of 73 found this review helpful
Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/R2MHJCCDD3SJB Hi, I hope you enjoy my video of my new 12-60 SWD lens I just purchased from Amazon. I've taken dozens of photos with it on my E-300 and the lens has performed admirably. The photos are crisp. I love the wide angle shots. This lens range is very convenient, replacing my 14-45. I'm so glad I didn't buy the 14-54! Can't wait to use this with my E-3 Body, which is due to arrive at my doorstep *any day now!* :)
If I could only have one lens, this would be it. November 27, 2007
Ellamay B. Ward (Paradise, Ca)
36 out of 37 found this review helpful
This is an impressive lens, fast, wide, fairly long, and close focus abilities. I also own the 14-54mm F2.8-3.5, which had been my walk around lens until this one arrived. The 12-60mm is even sharper than then 14-54mm, which is not slouch.
The 2mm (4mm equivalent) difference on the wide end is VERY noticeable, especially if you are photographing indoors. The 6mm (12mm equivalent) is also noticeable and useful but not as extreme.
If you are used to the 14-54mm you find the 12-60mm very easy to get used to. It is a little bit larger, and slightly heavier but not noticeable after 30 minutes. Personally I rarely had my lens hood on when using the 14-54mm, with the 12-60mm it is on most of the time. This is due to the larger wide end which makes it easier to catch reflections and light flares.
The focus rings on the 12-60mm SWD and any new SWD lenses will feel strange compared to non SWD lenses. This is due to the other lenses being focus by wire, the SWD's have a mechanical connection. This means two things.
1. The focus ring is stiffer than the electronic versions.
2. Also with SWD lenses there is full time focus override. This IMHO makes it easier. If you happen to have the camera on the wrong setting with non SWD lenses at a critical moment, you can miss the shot.
The extra width, length, maximum magnification (.56X 35mm equivalent), weather sealing and VERY fast focusing speed make this an outstanding lens. I find myself changing lenses much less often due to this lenses versatility. I am being able to leave two other lenses (11-22mm & 50mm Macro) at home while hiking, which more than makes up for the slight weight and size increase from the 14-54mm. Also for those who don't have those lenses yet, it is cheaper as well.
The perfect lens to leave on your camera January 3, 2008
Earl E. (Connecticut)
19 out of 19 found this review helpful
I bought this lens based on reviews seen here and my overall satisfaction with the Olympus brand. Out of the box revealed a high quality made in Japan (not China)lens. The zoom ring is a little tighter than I prefer but still perfectly acceptable.
My heart sank when my E300 wouldn't start after attaching the lens. After some frantic phone calls I learned that I had to update the camera's firmware. The Olympus website is very clear on the procedure and the whole process took less than 15 minutes. The first thing I noticed that this lens is one heavy hunk of glass. At 21.2 ounces compared to 10.9 ounces for the 14-45 kit lens, the extra weight does tend to unbalance the camera. The second thing I noticed was it focused noticably faster than the 14-45. Even in dim light I was surprised how quickly the lens popped into focus. The 12-60 zoom range is the ideal range for me and I truly appreciate the 12mm setting for those cramped quarters situations. Performance is exemplary. No noticeable linear or color distortion nor dark corners at any setting. This is the perfect lens to leave on your camera. One final bit of nitpicking; the velvet "sock" supplied as a lens case provides minimal, if any, protection. A soft leather pouch would be more appropriate for a $900 lens.
Olympus 12-60mm December 23, 2007
John C. Pucel
12 out of 12 found this review helpful
I own the Olympus 11-22mm and the 18 to 180 mm and found this to be an great addition. It is quick to focus, a bit more responsive than my former carry aound lens (18-180) and not too bulky to keep on for most of the day. A bit pricey but the results in my photos have been noticeable. It is now my everyday lens. I also have the Olympus 50 to 200mm so have most of my needs covered in the two lenses. Will probably sell the 11-22mm but it is a real quality lens as well
Olympus Digital 12-60mm Lens December 27, 2007
Raymond S. Iorio
12 out of 13 found this review helpful
Have used this lens for about 3 months now, it is a great all purpose zoom lens (roughly 24-120mm in 35mm terms). The optics are super sharp and the end result is a crisp, clear photo. This lens, although it may appear pricey to some, is worth the investment. With proper care this lens should last a lifetime. Can't wait to see what lens Olympus will provide next for the pro to semi-pro individuals. Would really like an F1.8 through F1.8 10mm-180mm...that would be great and I am sure expensive!
Cons:
Why did I wait so long to purchase this lens?
Actually there aren't any cons for this lens, it is pretty much perfect. Actually as good as my Contax G2 lens, which have previously been my favorite - even over the pricey Leica lens.
-Ray
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