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    Olympus 14-45mm F3.5-5.6
    Olympus 14-45mm F3.5-5.6

    Olympus 14-45mm F3.5-5.6

    14–45mm · f/3.5–5.6

    Overview

    The Olympus 14-45mm F3.5-5.6 is a standard kit lens for Four Thirds DSLRs, offering a 28-90mm equivalent range. It delivers good center sharpness but has corner softness, especially at wide angles. Chromatic aberration is moderate at wide end and low at telephoto, while geometric distortion shows nearly 1% barrel distortion at wide angle. Build quality is solid with a metal mount and smooth zoom/focus rings. It suits entry-level users seeking a versatile, affordable general-purpose lens.