new Zuiko Digital 9-18 mm F4.0/5.6

My new Zuiko Digital 9-18 mm F4.0/5.6, the super wide zoom lens.


Specifications:

• Focal length 09 mm - 18 mm: Focal length (equiv. 35mm) 18 mm - 36 mm
• Lens configuration 13 lenses 9 groups
• Aspherical glass elements 2: ED lens 1 Lens mechanism; floating focus mechanism
• Angle of View 100 - 62°
• Closest focusing distance: 0.25 m
• Maximum image magnification 0.12 x 0.24 x
• Number of aperture blades = 7
• Maximum aperture 1:4.0 (wide) / 1:5.6 (tele)
• Minimum aperture; 1:22
• Filter diamater = 72 mm
• Dimensions; 79.5 mm Ø, 73 mm length
• Weight = 280g
• Compatible to Tele converter EC-20 - Yes
• Compatible to Tele converter EC-14 - Yes
• Compatible to Extension tube EX-25 - No

some useful reviews:

• dpreview
• biofos
• fourthirdsphoto