I got it at a discounted price in a demo version since I was attracted by the size. I made a mistake as a beginner and I still regret spending the 250 euros. Very poor and cheap construction. It feels like a plastic children's toy without any coating, with the incredible price of 400 euros for something so cheap in terms of quality. It breaks very easily. Needless to say, it broke on the first light impact. Only for "tourists" of photography. 100% no!

The only thing that did not satisfy me about the lens was the landscape photography. When it had to focus a bit further, I was not satisfied with its sharpness. It was not a focusing issue, I tried different apertures, but I was generally not satisfied. What can I say, maybe it was also the copy that I had.

Other than that, it is very good. Very good for close-ups and everyday use for family photos. Small in size, ideal for Olympus's small series, good build quality - better than the 40-150 f/4-5.6 R that I have, it also has a metal mount.

Ideal small lens kit for PEN.

Its optical performance is equivalent to the traditional 14-42, but this version has Pancake dimensions.
For anyone who wants the most pocketable zoom package with the PEN, it is a very good choice

The lens failed after 2 months of minimal use (the known extension/retraction issue), just like a lens of a friend of mine who had bought it second-hand (in his case, out of warranty) and repairing it is considered pointless. Avoid it, as well as any kits that include it.

Update: 10/23
The lens has again lost its focus in both auto and manual mode. It is practically useless.