Best wide angle lens for the olympus pen e pl7?

The best all-round pick is the Olympus M.Zuiko 7-14mm f/2.8 PRO. On the E-PL7 it frames like a 14-28mm on full frame, and the constant f/2.8 keeps exposure steady across the zoom range. If you'd rather save money, the Panasonic Lumix G 7-14mm f/4 covers the same focal range with a slower aperture.

If you want something smaller to carry everywhere, the Olympus M.Zuiko 12mm f/2 frames like a 24mm and is a simple, sharp daily wide. For dim interiors, the Panasonic Leica DG 12mm f/1.4 gathers much more light, though it costs more to get that speed.

Not sure which way to go? Start with the zoom if you shoot landscapes and buildings, and the 12mm prime if you want a light kit. The aperture guide explains why the f-number matters in low light.

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