Olympus Zuiko 12–60mm F2.8–4 SWD Lens – 24–120mm EQ – 4/3 - Tested

Description

An exceptional professional-grade Olympus Zuiko Digital 12-60mm f/2.8-4 SWD zoom lens for the Four Thirds system. Widely celebrated as one of the finest standard zoom lenses ever crafted, offering a versatile 24-120mm equivalent focal range. Features high-speed Supersonic Wave Drive (SWD) autofocus motor, ED glass elements for superior sharpness and color correction, weather-sealed professional construction, and a 72mm filter thread. Serial number: 235020252. Includes original Olympus LH-75B petal lens hood.

Condition

Overall Condition: Good / Well-Travelled Working Order

Cosmetically shows noticeable wear, scuffing, and paint loss around the outer barrel ridges and filter ring surround from professional field use, front ring that holds the hood has broken off and is now loose, has previously been glued. Glass optics remain clean and clear with no haze, or fungus, there are a couple of minor scratches. Zoom and focus rings turn smoothly, and the SWD autofocus mechanism operates properly.

Usable but please note the condition

Included

• Olympus Zuiko Digital 12-60mm f/2.8-4 SWD Zoom Lens (Serial Number: 235020252)
• Olympus LH-75B Petal Lens Hood

Key Features

• Serial Number: 235020252
• Professional Four Thirds high-grade (HG) standard zoom lens (24-120mm equivalent)
• Fast f/2.8-4 maximum aperture range
• Supersonic Wave Drive (SWD) for ultra-fast, quiet autofocus
• Extra-low Dispersion (ED) glass elements for maximum optical clarity
• Robust dustproof and splashproof weather-sealed construction
• Original Olympus LH-75B bayonet lens hood included

Collector's Notes

The 12-60mm SWD is an absolute cornerstone lens for Olympus Four Thirds shooters, praised for its incredible optical resolving power and weather-sealed build. Despite external cosmetic wear, mechanically sound copies remain exceptionally productive tools for digital photography.

Keywords

Olympus 12-60mm, Zuiko Digital, Four Thirds Lens, SWD Lens, 12-60mm f2.8-4, Professional Zoom Lens, Weather Sealed Lens, Olympus HG Lens