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Panasonic LUMIX G X Vario PZ H-PS14042K 14-42mm

67.6 Landscape Score
14-42mmf/22Micro Four ThirdsIS
Why we recommend this

Its retractable power zoom design collapses to just 26.8mm and weighs 95g, combining a 14-42mm (28-84mm equivalent) range with Nano Surface Coating to reduce reflections. The stepping motor AF and POWER O.I.S. stabilization deliver smooth, quiet video capture and sharp handheld stills, with a close 0.34x magnification at 28mm. Best for travel and casual macro shooters needing an ultralight standard zoom.

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OM System M.Zuiko Digital 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 EZ 42mm

65.9 Landscape Score
14-42mmf/22Micro Four Thirds
Why we recommend this ▼

Weighing just 113g, this Micro Four Thirds zoom uses a 14-42mm focal range and MSC autofocus for near-silent, smooth focusing in stills and video. Its collapsible barrel and 37mm filter thread deliver no-compromise portability, making it a budget-friendly everyday lens with consistent sharpness. It’s best for street photographers who need a discreet, grab-and-go zoom that handles quick, quiet captures without bulk.

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Rokinon Cine DS14M-MFT 14mm

56.6 Landscape Score
14mmf/22Micro Four ThirdsISWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this ▼

Its unified focus and aperture gear positions across the XEEN lineup, combined with a long 200-degree focus throw, make it a practical tool for rig-swapping on set. The durable aluminum body, tripod mount, and X-Coating for controlled flares add professional reliability that specs alone don't convey. This lens is best for video shooters needing an affordable, manual-focus wide-angle prime for full-frame Canon EF systems.

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Yongnuo YN 17mm f/1.7M 17mm

50.2 Landscape Score
17mmf/22Micro Four ThirdsWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this ▼

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 Digital ED 40-150mm f/4-5.6 R 80-300mm

54.1 Landscape Score
40-150mmf/22Micro Four Thirds
Why we recommend this ▼

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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Olympus M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 40-150mm f:4.0-5.6 R

47.7 Landscape Score
40-150mmf/5.6Micro Four Thirds
Why we recommend this ▼

At just 190 grams, the 40-150mm f/4.0-5.6 zoom (80-300mm equivalent) delivers portable reach with nearly silent MSC autofocus. Its affordable price and compact size make it an unobtrusive second lens that pairs easily with standard kits for extended shooting. Budget-conscious Micro Four Thirds photographers capturing travel, portraits, and outdoor sports will appreciate its 3.75x range without added bulk.

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Laowa 17mm f/1.8 17mm

45.2 Landscape Score
17mmf/1.8Micro Four ThirdsWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this ▼

Weighing just 172g with a bright f/1.8 aperture and weather sealing, this manual-focus lens delivers sharp, high-contrast images with minimal distortion across the Micro Four Thirds frame. Its 15cm minimum focus distance enables 0.2x magnification close-ups with smooth bokeh from the 7-blade diaphragm, adding macro-like versatility to a compact wide-angle. This lens is best for street and travel photographers who prioritize a lightweight, all-metal build and precise manual control over autofocus convenience.

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Meike Fisheye 7.5mm f/2.8 Fisheye 8mm

44.4 Landscape Score
8mmf/16Micro Four Thirds
Why we recommend this ▼

The Meike 7.5mm F/2.8 is a fully manual, all-metal fisheye lens with a fast f/2.8 aperture and 9 elements in 11 groups, built for Canon EF-M mount cameras. Its compact, lightweight construction and sharp color contrast make it a practical choice for astrophotography and street shooting, though it requires enabling "M mode" or "Release without lens" in camera settings. This lens suits Canon EOS M-series owners who want an affordable, durable circular fisheye for creative portraits and night sky shots, not landscape work.

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Sigma Art 35S963 60mm

41.4 Landscape Score
60mmf/2.8Micro Four Thirds
Why we recommend this ▼

The 60mm f/2.8 prime lens, with a 120mm equivalent field of view on Micro Four Thirds, delivers sharp portraits with a 50cm minimum focus distance and 1:7.2 magnification. Its 190g weight and linear motor make it a compact, quiet option for street and video work, available in silver or black. Best for Micro Four Thirds shooters who want a lightweight, fast-aperture prime for street photography and portraits.

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Brightin Star Luminous 35mm f/0.95

39.7 Landscape Score
35mmf/16Micro Four Thirds
Why we recommend this ▼

The ultra-fast f/0.95 maximum aperture and 12-blade diaphragm deliver extreme subject isolation and smooth bokeh, while the all-metal barrel with luminous markings aids low-light manual focusing. Its 52.5mm full-frame equivalent field of view pairs classic rendering with robust, tactile build quality at an accessible price. This lens is best for APS-C mirrorless photographers prioritizing creative depth of field control for portraits and street scenes over autofocus convenience.

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Panasonic Lumix G H-H025K 25-50mm

38.8 Landscape Score
25mmf/22Micro Four Thirds
Why we recommend this ▼

The bright f/1.7 maximum aperture and Nano Surface Coating deliver strong low-light performance and contrast on a 50mm equivalent field of view. Weighing just 125g, this lens is an ultra-portable option that pairs a stepping AF motor for smooth, silent video focus with a budget-friendly price. It is best for Micro Four Thirds street photographers and beginners wanting a fast, normal prime without adding bulk to their setup.

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Meike 12mm f/2.8 12mm

37.9 Landscape Score
12mmf/22Micro Four Thirds
Why we recommend this ▼

The fast f/2.8 aperture and 12-element optical design deliver sharp, bright images with a 99-degree field of view on Micro Four Thirds bodies. Its compact 360g build and fully manual focus operation offer precise creative control at an accessible price point. This lens is best for landscape and architecture photographers wanting an affordable, durable ultra-wide prime for deliberate, tripod-based compositions.

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Laowa Zero-D 10mm f/2

36.4 Landscape Score
10mmf/2Micro Four Thirds
Why we recommend this ▼

The f/2 maximum aperture combined with a 125g weight makes this an exceptionally bright, portable ultra-wide prime for Micro Four Thirds. Its Zero-D optical design and in-camera aperture control via a CPU chip add practical precision to a compact, 46mm filter-threaded metal build. This lens is best for travel photographers and lightweight gimbal videographers who need a fast 20mm-equivalent field of view and can work with manual focus.

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