Panasonic's compact MFT kit zoom with Mega OIS — covering 28-84mm equivalent in a lightweight package.
The Panasonic Lumix G Vario 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 II ASPH. Mega O.I.S. is the second generation of Panasonic's standard kit zoom for Micro Four Thirds. It covers 28-84mm equivalent with optical stabilisation, commonly bundled with GX and G-series cameras.
Optical quality is adequate for a kit lens — sharp enough in the centre but soft at the edges. The Mega O.I.S. stabilisation helps in low light. Autofocus is quiet and fast enough for general use. Aspherical elements help control distortion and improve sharpness.
Micro Four Thirds mount with 46mm filter thread. Weighs approximately 110g — very light. No weather sealing. Minimum focus distance 20cm — good for close-up work. The Mark II improved over the original with reduced size and weight.
Extremely common used and very cheap. Usually included as a kit lens throw-in. The Panasonic 12-32mm f/3.5-5.6 pancake or Olympus 14-42mm EZ are more compact alternatives. Adequate for beginners but quickly outgrown. Check for smooth zoom action.