While reviewers praise its image quality and constant f/ratio despite a small size, it is considered very expensive, especially after the introduction of the competing, even smaller Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 9-18mm f/4-5.6 lens.
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The hood is permanently attached, preventing the use of filters.
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