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The OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-100mm f/4.0 IS PRO is a professional‑grade constant‑f/4 zoom lens for Micro Four Thirds cameras, offering a versatile 24‑200mm equivalent focal range in a compact, weather‑sealed package with up to 7 stops of image stabilization.
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Expert Opinion
Professional reviewers praise the OM System 12‑100mm f/4 IS PRO for its razor‑sharp optics, industry‑leading up to 7‑stop Sync IS, and rugged IP53‑sealed construction. They commend its fast, quiet MSC autofocus and the versatile 24‑200mm equivalent range, calling it a class‑defining all‑in‑one solution, while noting the constant f/4 aperture and occasional distortion as the main trade‑offs.
What Users Say
Everyday users celebrate the lens as a travel‑friendly “do‑it‑all” tool that delivers sharp images, reliable weather sealing, and game‑changing stabilization for handheld video. Common criticisms focus on the f/4 aperture being too slow for indoor events, occasional corner softness at 100mm, and the lens’s size and weight on smaller bodies.
Common Complaints
The most recurring issues are the f/4 aperture being too slow for indoor low‑light work, occasional corner softness at the telephoto end, noticeable distortion and vignetting at extremes, AF hunting in dim conditions, and the lens’s bulkier size and weight on smaller camera bodies.
What People Are Saying
“do‑it‑all convenience for travel (one lens replaces multiple)”
“sharp images wide open”
“reliable weather sealing in rain/dust”
“game‑changing stabilization for handheld video at 100mm”
How It Compares
vs. Panasonic Leica 12-60mm f/2.8-4
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Disadvantages
Choose the Panasonic 12‑60mm when you need a faster wide‑end aperture and lighter kit, but opt for the OM 12‑100mm if you require longer reach and superior stabilization.
vs. Panasonic 10-25mm f/1.7
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Disadvantages
Select the 10‑25mm when you prioritize low‑light performance and compactness for wide‑angle work; otherwise the OM 12‑100mm provides far more versatility.
vs. Tamron 28-200mm f/2.8-5.6 Di III RXD (APS‑C/FF equiv.)
Advantages
Disadvantages
The Tamron is a good budget option for APS‑C users needing extreme reach, but the OM 12‑100mm delivers superior build quality, consistent f/4 aperture, and unmatched stabilization for Micro Four Thirds.
vs. Sony 24-105mm f/4 G OSS (Full‑frame)
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Disadvantages
Sony’s 24‑105mm is ideal for full‑frame shooters seeking a reliable f/4 zoom, while the OM 12‑100mm excels for Micro Four Thirds users needing a longer 200mm equivalent range and stronger stabilization in a lighter package.
