The best lenses for the OM System OM-3
The OM System OM-3 uses the Micro Four Thirds mount, so every Micro Four Thirds lens fits. Below are the 29 Micro Four Thirds lenses in our index that cover its Micro Four Thirds sensor natively — sorted by focal length, with max aperture and what each is best for. Specs are the manufacturers' own; we don't invent ratings.
Quick picks for the OM System OM-3
- Fastest prime: Panasonic Leica DG 42.5mm f/1.2 (f/1.2) — the brightest option for low light and background blur.
- The f/2.8 workhorse zooms: OM System M.Zuiko 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO II · OM System M.Zuiko 40-150mm f/2.8 PRO.
- Most reach: OM System M.Zuiko 150-600mm f/5-6.3 IS — for sports, wildlife and distant subjects.
The OM System OM-3 is a Micro Four Thirds body; every Micro Four Thirds lens below fits, with roughly a 2× focal-length equivalence (a 25mm frames like a 50mm).
Every Micro Four Thirds lens that fits the OM System OM-3
| Focal | Lens | Max aperture | Type | Coverage | Best for | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8-25mm | OM System M.Zuiko 8-25mm f/4 PRO | f/4 | zoom | M4/3 | Wide-angleTravelLandscape | Amazon → |
| 8mm | OM System M.Zuiko 8mm f/1.8 Fisheye PRO | f/1.8 | prime | M4/3 | Wide-angleAstrophotography | Amazon → |
| 8-18mm | Panasonic Leica DG 8-18mm f/2.8-4 | f/2.8-4 | zoom | M4/3 | Wide-angleLandscape | Amazon → |
| 9mm | Panasonic Leica DG 9mm f/1.7 | f/1.7 | prime | M4/3 | Wide-angleAstrophotographyVlogging | Amazon → |
| 10-25mm | Panasonic Leica DG 10-25mm f/1.7 | f/1.7 | zoom | M4/3 | Pro standard zoomWide-angleLow-lightAstrophotography | Amazon → |
| 12-100mm | OM System M.Zuiko 12-100mm f/4 PRO | f/4 | zoom | M4/3 | EverydayTravel | Amazon → |
| 12-40mm | OM System M.Zuiko 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO II | f/2.8 | zoom | M4/3 | Pro standard zoomEverydayTravel | Amazon → |
| 12-60mm | Panasonic Leica DG 12-60mm f/2.8-4 | f/2.8-4 | zoom | M4/3 | EverydayTravel | Amazon → |
| 12-60mm | Panasonic Lumix G Vario 12-60mm f/3.5-5.6 | f/3.5-5.6 | zoom | M4/3 | EverydayTravelBudget | Amazon → |
| 12mm | Panasonic Leica DG 12mm f/1.4 | f/1.4 | prime | M4/3 | Wide-angleAstrophotographyStreet | Amazon → |
| 15mm | Panasonic Leica DG 15mm f/1.7 | f/1.7 | prime | M4/3 | StreetEverydayLow-light | Amazon → |
| 17mm | OM System M.Zuiko 17mm f/1.8 | f/1.8 | prime | M4/3 | StreetEverydayLow-light | Amazon → |
| 20mm | Panasonic Lumix G 20mm f/1.7 II | f/1.7 | prime | M4/3 | EverydayStreet | Amazon → |
| 20mm | OM System M.Zuiko 20mm f/1.4 PRO | f/1.4 | prime | M4/3 | Standard primeEverydayLow-light | Amazon → |
| 25mm | Olympus M.Zuiko 25mm f/1.8 | f/1.8 | prime | M4/3 | Standard primeEveryday | Amazon → |
| 25mm | Panasonic Leica DG 25mm f/1.4 II | f/1.4 | prime | M4/3 | Standard primeLow-light | Amazon → |
| 25mm | Panasonic Lumix G 25mm f/1.7 | f/1.7 | prime | M4/3 | StreetEverydayStandard primeBudget | Amazon → |
| 40-150mm | OM System M.Zuiko 40-150mm f/2.8 PRO | f/2.8 | zoom | M4/3 | TelephotoSports & action | Amazon → |
| 42.5mm | Panasonic Leica DG 42.5mm f/1.2 | f/1.2 | prime | M4/3 | PortraitLow-lightWedding & event | Amazon → |
| 45mm | Olympus M.Zuiko 45mm f/1.8 | f/1.8 | prime | M4/3 | PortraitBudgetLow-light | Amazon → |
| 50-200mm | Panasonic Leica DG 50-200mm f/2.8-4 | f/2.8-4 | zoom | M4/3 | TelephotoSports & actionPortrait | Amazon → |
| 60mm | Olympus M.Zuiko 60mm f/2.8 Macro | f/2.8 | prime | M4/3 | Macro | Amazon → |
| 75mm | OM System M.Zuiko 75mm f/1.8 | f/1.8 | prime | M4/3 | PortraitTelephotoLow-light | Amazon → |
| 90mm | OM System M.Zuiko 90mm f/3.5 Macro IS PRO | f/3.5 | prime | M4/3 | Macro | Amazon → |
| 100-400mm | OM System M.Zuiko 100-400mm f/5-6.3 IS | f/5-6.3 | zoom | M4/3 | Sports & actionTelephotoTravel | Amazon → |
| 100-400mm | Panasonic Leica DG 100-400mm II | f/4-6.3 | zoom | M4/3 | Telephoto | Amazon → |
| 100-300mm | Panasonic Lumix G 100-300mm f/4-5.6 II | f/4-5.6 | zoom | M4/3 | Sports & actionTelephotoTravelBudget | Amazon → |
| 150-600mm | OM System M.Zuiko 150-600mm f/5-6.3 IS | f/5-6.3 | zoom | M4/3 | TelephotoSports & action | Amazon → |
| 200mm | Panasonic Leica DG 200mm f/2.8 | f/2.8 | prime | M4/3 | TelephotoSports & actionPortrait | Amazon → |
Best OM System OM-3 lenses by use
Wide-angle (6) Travel (7) Astrophotography (4) Low-light (8) Everyday (10) Budget (4) Street (5) Standard prime (4) Telephoto (8) Sports & action (6) Portrait (5)
FAQ
What lenses fit the OM System OM-3?
Any Micro Four Thirds mount lens fits the OM System OM-3 — it uses the Micro Four Thirds mount. 29 Micro Four Thirds lenses in our index cover its Micro Four Thirds sensor natively, from 8-25mm to 200mm.
What is the best first lens for the OM System OM-3?
For a versatile single lens, a fast standard prime like the Panasonic Leica DG 42.5mm f/1.2 (f/1.2) or a 24-70-class zoom covers most shooting. For people and low light, the Panasonic Leica DG 42.5mm f/1.2 is a strong pick.
See the full Micro Four Thirds lens index · other OM System bodies: OM System OM-1 Mark II · OM System OM-1 · OM System OM-5 · all cameras