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    Olympus H.Zuiko Auto-S 42 mm f/ 1.2
    Olympus H.Zuiko Auto-S 42 mm f/ 1.2

    Olympus H.Zuiko Auto-S 42 mm f/ 1.2

    42mm · f/1.2

    Overview

    The Olympus H.Zuiko Auto-S 42mm f/1.2 is a compact, lightweight superfast lens praised for its portability and enjoyable handling. It produces amazing images and is easy to use, making it a fun lens for everyday shooting. However, it is rare and expensive, with only 15,771 units made between 1966 and 1971. It covers APS-C sensors and focuses as close as 0.35m, an advantage over rangefinder lenses. Best suited for Micro Four Thirds or mirrorless users seeking a fast, compact manual-focus lens.