OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-100mm f/4 IS PRO
OM System
69 Overall Score
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Nikon NIKKOR 2178 16-85mm
Nikon
89 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-100mm f/4 IS PRO
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Nikon NIKKOR 2178 16-85mm
88 out of 100 low confidence 8 reviews
The Nikon 16-85mm VR is widely praised as an excellent all-around zoom for DX cameras, delivering sharp images across the focal range with effective VR. Users note it outperforms kit lenses like the 18-105mm and even rivals the pricier 17-55mm in sharpness, though it is heavy and somewhat slow (f/3.5-5.6). Build quality is solid with a metal barrel, and the 16mm wide end is a key advantage for landscapes. Some caution about vignetting with thick filters and barrel distortion at 16mm, but overall it is considered a worthy investment for enthusiasts.
Pros
- Excellent sharpness across focal range
- Effective VR II image stabilization
- Solid build with metal barrel
- Useful 16-85mm zoom range
- Great for landscapes and travel
Cons
- Heavy weight (3.1 lb with D90)
- Slow aperture (f/3.5-5.6)
- Expensive for an f/3.5-5.6 lens
- Barrel distortion at 16mm
- Vignetting with thick filters at 16mm
Image quality 7
Build quality 5
Vibration reduction 5
Weight 4
Value for money 4
Focal range 4
Scores
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Specifications
| OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-100mm f/4 IS PRO | Nikon NIKKOR 2178 16-85mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 12 mm | 16 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Elements | 17 | — |
| Groups | 11 | — |
| Aspherical Elements | 3 | 3 |
| ED Elements | 5★ | 2 |
| Coating | Z Coating Nano | Super Integrated Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/22 | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | f/4 | 3.5-5.6 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Nikon F |
| Format | micro-four-thirds | APS-C★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.56 kg | 0.48 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 72 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | AF-S |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 5 stops★ | 4 stops |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 150 mm★ | 380 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.3x★ | — |
Pros & Cons
OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-100mm f/4 IS PRO
- Strong versatility (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong optical (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong stabilization (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong build (65th percentile)
- Below average bokeh (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
Nikon NIKKOR 2178 16-85mm
- Strong versatility (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong stabilization (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong social proof (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong aperture (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
Pricing
OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-100mm f/4 IS PRO0.038score per dollar
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Nikon NIKKOR 2178 16-85mm0.203score per dollar
Nikon NIKKOR 2178 16-85mm offers 5.3x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Nikon NIKKOR 2178 16-85mm
Scores 89 overall, wins 3 of 9 usage categories and 2 of 22 specs.
