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Panasonic LUMIX G H-HS030 30mm

55.2 Wildlife/Sports Score
30mmf/2.8Micro Four ThirdsIS
Why we recommend this

The 30mm focal length delivers true 1:1 magnification with a 2.0x full-frame equivalent field of view, paired with a 240fps drive autofocus and MEGA O.I.S. stabilization for sharp handheld macro work. Its compact 272g build and f/2.8 aperture produce corner-to-corner sharpness with smooth bokeh, making it a strong budget option despite lacking weather sealing. This lens is best for Micro Four Thirds shooters needing a lightweight, stabilized macro prime for detailed close-ups of insects and flora.

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Yongnuo YN 17mm f/1.7M 17mm

53.9 Wildlife/Sports Score
17mmf/22Micro Four ThirdsWeather Sealed
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A bright f/1.7 aperture and 17mm wide-angle field of view are packed into a mere 180g body, using 2 aspherical and 2 ED elements with nano multi-layer coating to suppress aberrations. The lens features a weather-sealed metal mount, full-time manual focus override, and an included lens hood for durable, precise control. It suits Micro Four Thirds travel and landscape shooters who need a lightweight, weather-resistant prime for unpredictable conditions.

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OM System M.Zuiko 40-150mm f/4-5.6 R

49.6 Wildlife/Sports Score
40-150mmf/22Micro Four Thirds
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The 40-150mm f/4-5.6 offers an 80-300mm equivalent reach in a 190g body, with a Movie & Still Compatible AF system for swift, silent focusing. Its Micro Four Thirds design and budget pricing make it a remarkably portable telephoto option for travel and everyday use. This lens is best for portrait and street photographers on Micro Four Thirds cameras who want a lightweight zoom without spending heavily.

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7Artisans 122.8ZBII 12mm

41.7 Wildlife/Sports Score
12mmf/2.8Micro Four ThirdsIS
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With a 100-degree field of view and f/2.8 aperture, this 12mm manual focus prime uses a 12-element optical design, focusing as close as 5.9 inches for dramatic wide-angle close-ups. Its all-metal barrel and smooth focus ring provide precise control at an affordable price, though the 608g weight limits travel portability. The lens is ideal for budget-minded Nikon Z APS-C shooters wanting to experiment with ultra-wide landscapes and close-up photography without autofocus.

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