Olympus M.Zuiko 14-42mm f3.5-5.6 II R
The Olympus M. Zuiko 14-42mm f3.5-5.6 II R is a fine choice as a discounted starter lens, but consider an upgrade if you're paying full price.
-- As reviewed by PCMag

Product details
- Collapsible wide to portrait lens
- 7 aperture blades (circular aperture diaphragm for natural background blurring)
- 3x zoom range covers everything from landscapes to portraits
- Nearly silent movie and still compatible auto focus, great for movie shooting
- Close focusing down to 9.84 inches
- 14 42 mm (35mm equivalent focal length 28 84 mm)
- 7 (circular aperture diaphragm for natural background blurring)
PROS
+ Impressively sharp for a kit lens.
+ Minimal distortion.
+ Collapsible design.
CONS
- All-plastic build.
- Lens hood not included.
- Narrow aperture.
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By PCMag on February 07, 2014
The Olympus M. Zuiko 14-42mm f3.5-5.6 II R is a fine choice as a discounted starter lens, but consider an upgrade if you're paying full price.
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