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Olympus PEN E-PL8 Specs
| Release Date in Philippines | |
|---|---|
| Model | E-PL8 + 14-42mm EZ Pancake |
| Date | Jun 2016 |
| Memory | |
| Compatible memory cards | SD,SDHC,SDXC |
| Memory slots | 1 |
| Display | |
| Display | LCD |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Display diagonal | 7.62 cm (3") |
| Flip-out screen | Yes |
| Vari-angle LCD display | Yes |
| Display diagonal (metric) | 7.6 cm |
| Display resolution (numeric) | 1037000 pixels |
| Display aspect ratio | 3:2 |
| Field of view | 100% |
| Audio | |
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
| Built-in speaker(s) | Yes |
| Audio system | stereo |
| Wind filter | Yes |
| Audio formats supported | PCM |
| Noise reduction | Yes |
| Ports & interfaces | |
| USB version | 2.0 |
| HDMI | Yes |
| HDMI connector type | Micro |
| USB port | Yes |
| Weight & dimensions | |
| Width | 117.1 mm |
| Depth | 38.4 mm |
| Height | 68.3 mm |
| Weight | 326 g |
| Weight (including battery) | 374 g |
| Lens diameter | 6.06 cm |
| Lens length | 2.25 cm |
| Lens weight | 93 g |
| Exposure | |
| ISO sensitivity (min) | 200 |
| ISO sensitivity (max) | 25600 |
| ISO sensitivity | 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400, 12800, 25600, Auto |
| Light exposure modes | Aperture priority AE, Auto, Manual, Shutter priority AE |
| Light exposure correction | ± 5EV (1/2EV; 1/3EV step) |
| Light metering | Centre-weighted, Highlight-weighted, Spot |
| Light exposure control | Program AE |
| Auto Exposure (AE) lock | Yes |
| Picture quality | |
| Camera type | MILC |
| Megapixel | 16.1 MP |
| Sensor type | Live MOS |
| Maximum image resolution | 4608 x 3456 pixels |
| Image sensor size | 4/3" |
| Still image resolution(s) | 4608 x 3456, 3200 x 2400, 1280 x 960 |
| Image stabilizer | Yes |
| Image formats supported | JPG,RAW |
| Supported aspect ratios | 1:1,3:2,3:4,4:3,16:9 |
| Total megapixels | 17.2 MP |
| Image sensor size (W x H) | 17.3 x 13 mm |
| Network | |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Video | |
| Video recording | Yes |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| HD type | Full HD |
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720,1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Motion JPEG frame rate | 30 fps |
| Resolution at capture speed | 1920x1080@30fps |
| Analog signal format system | NTSC,PAL |
| Video formats supported | AVC,AVI,H.264,MOV,MPEG4 |
| Focusing | |
| Focus adjustment | Auto/Manual |
| Auto focusing (AF) modes | Continuous Auto Focus, Contrast Detection Auto Focus, Single Auto Focus, Tracking Auto Focus |
| Closest focusing distance | 0.2 m |
| Auto Focus (AF) points | 800 |
| Auto Focus (AF) lock | Yes |
| Auto Focus (AF) assist beam | Yes |
| Flash | |
| Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Flash off, Flash on, Manual, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization |
| Flash guide number | 10 m |
| External flash connector | Yes |
| Flash sync-speed | 1/4000 s |
| Flash exposure compensation | Yes |
| Flash exposure correction | ±3EV (1/2, 1/3, 1 EV step) |
| Shoe mounting point | Yes |
| Shoe mounting point type | Hot |
| Camera | |
| White balance | Flash, Fluorescent, Manual, Shade, Sunny, Tungsten, Underwater |
| Scene modes | Beach, Candlelight, Children, Documents, Fireworks, Night, Night landscape, Night portrait, Panorama, Portrait, Snow, Sports, Sunset, Landscape |
| Shooting modes | Aperture priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter priority |
| Photo effects | Black&White, Sepia |
| Self-timer delay | 2,12 s |
| Contrast adjustment | Yes |
| Brightness adjustment | Yes |
| Saturation adjustment | Yes |
| Camera playback | Movie, Single image, Slide show |
| Languages support | Multi |
| Histogram | Yes |
| Live view | Yes |
| Image editing | Resizing, Trimming |
| Camera file system | DCF,DPOF,Exif 2.2,PRINT Image Matching III |
| Anti-dust function | Yes |
| Playback modes | Slideshow |
| Calendar | Yes |
| Built-in processor | Yes |
| Image processor | TruePic VII |
| Battery | |
| Battery technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
| Battery type | BLS‑50 |
| Number of batteries supported | 1 |
| Battery level indicator | Yes |
| Shutter | |
| Fastest camera shutter speed | 1/4000 s |
| Slowest camera shutter speed | 60 s |
| Design | |
| Product colour | Silver, White |
| Dustproof | Yes |
| Material | Metal |
Reviews of Olympus PEN E-PL8
dpreview.com
Reviewed on 2017-11-21
Last updated: November 21, 2017Whether you're looking for a compact camera with image quality exceeding that of your smartphone or just want something to sit alongside your more expensive gear, there are some impressive products that won't bust your walle...
Read more > dpreview.com
Reviewed on 2017-11-21
Last updated: November 21, 2017Whether you're looking for a compact camera with image quality exceeding that of your smartphone or just want something to sit alongside your more expensive gear, there are some impressive products that won't bust your walle...
Read more > dpreview.com
Reviewed on 2017-05-12
Last updated: May 12, 2017Entry-level interchangeable lens cameras have never been so affordable or more capable. There are plenty of choices around the $500 mark that will take better pictures than most cameras ever made.They don't always have the very l...
Read more > pcmag.com
Reviewed on 2017-05-01
Compact, Speedy focus and 7,3fps burst rate, In-body stabilization, Tilting touch LCD, Add-on EVF available, Wi-Fi
Video tops out at 1080p, No mic input, Lacks built-in flash, Only one control dial, Slow shooting rate when tracking action
The entry-level Olympus PEN E-PL8 ($549.99, body only) was overshadowed by higher-end products when it launched last fall at the Photokina trade show. But it's essentially an E-PL7 with a slightly more retro exterior shell. Most of the underlying interior...
Read more > photographyblog.com
Reviewed on 2016-12-08
The Olympus E-PL8 is a new compact system camera from the brand, which sits in the entry-level or beginner line-up. It is aimed towards bloggers, and has many features which may appeal to those who run their own websites. In many ways it remains unchanged...
Read more > dpreview.com
Reviewed on 2016-11-21
Entry-level interchangeable lens cameras have never been so affordable or more capable. There are plenty of choices around the $500 mark that will take better pictures than most cameras ever made.They don't always have the very latest sensors or the premi...
Read more > shutterbug.com
Reviewed on 2016-11-11
The Olympus PEN E-PL8 is a very stylish compact camera with a 16MP MFT. Lab tests and comments are from Betternet, Shutterbug's TIPA affiliated testing lab, and are edited by George Schaub, a member of TIPA's Technical Committee. For more information on...
Read more > imaging-resource.com
Reviewed on 2016-09-19
There's a new entry-level mirrorless camera in Olympus' Micro Four Thirds lineup, the PEN E-PL8. Compared to its predecessor, the E-PL7, much of the E-PL8's changes are in form rather than function, but that doesn't mean the camera is just a pretty face.....
Read more > dpreview.com
Reviewed on 2016-09-19
The E-PL8 valiantly takes place at the bottom of Olympus' Micro Four Thirds lineup, though don't assume that it's low-end. It replaces the E-PL7 as Olympus' 'gateway' camera into its ILC system for people who have discovered their love of photography thro...
Read more > steves-digicams.com
Reviewed on 2016-09-19
Fun camera to use that produces good images, Fast performing camera versus similarly priced mirrorless models, Good image quality versus other 16MP cameras, JPEG & RAW shooting, Image stabilization system is strong, Easy to use model, Good mix of automati...
No significant changes from predecessor, No 4K video recording option, Limited touch screen capabilities
Here's the scenario. You're getting into photography. Actually, you kinda love expressing yourself in picture form. You have Instagram and EyeEm on your smartphone, but you're unsatisfied with the image quality. Or maybe you've been rocking a hand-me-down...
Read more > photoreview.com.au
Reviewed on 2016-10-28
Olympus generally designs its PEN cameras mainly for snapshooters, while its OM-D modes are targeted at more serious photographers. The latest PEN 'Lite' camera, the E-PL8, which was announced at Photokina in September, confirms this dichotomy. It's a sty...
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