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2020-06-24T18:54:20

Rated 5 out of 5

Love my little camera

I love this camera, I can’t think of anything negative to say about it. I bought the lens that makes it perfect, 17mm, 45mm, 14-42 and 40-150mm. Great camera.

ANNA W.

2020-06-12T13:08:39

Rated 5 out of 5

Great deal pretty camera excellent quality picture

I use this camera with the 12-45mm f2.8 pro lens and it give out pretty pictures love it. And for $279 pretty camera what a great deal. Other brand camera cost almost twice as much as this one.

DIEM V.

2020-06-09T06:49:57

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Upgrade

We purchased this as an upgrade to our camera system for our drones. It is lightweight enough to carry on a drone but provides enough clarity and pixels for us to identify the whales we are capturing. I would highly recommend this.

CHELSEA P.

2020-06-07T09:22:11

Rated 5 out of 5

Great field camera

I purchased this camera to easily take into the field with me for photos of plants and surrounding habitat. Light, easy to use, and takes clear photos of smaller flowers! Would still invest in a macro lens for the more detailed/smaller flower parts.

JULIET S.

2020-02-10T08:19:35

Rated 4 out of 5

Good camera for the price, love it!

The camera is compact and stylish, good for travelers and weekend photographers; it’s has decent amount of filters and settings with easy access.

Nabila F.

2020-02-04T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great for Travel

I'm honestly surprised how much I like this camera. My wife & I picked-it up to replace our old travel camera that died. It is small, compact, and the quality of photos blew me away. I didn't miss dragging around my big work camera on our last cruise.

Dustin

2020-02-04T07:52:17

Rated 5 out of 5

Love it ??

Such a great camera! Just figuring it all out but loving it so far. One thing to note, it comes without a memory card so plan for that if you’re ready to shoot asap!

Renate C.

2020-02-02T08:04:33

Rated 5 out of 5

good affordable mirrorless

so far a 5 star. Picked up as an affordable small mirrorless to take on a trip so that I didn't have to haul around a larger DSLR - takes great photos. As long as you don't mind the flash as a separate attachment I would recommend it (personally I hardly ever take flash pictures) Also have been havng fun with some of the hidden features I didn't know existed that come out via the olympus emails following registration like light painting, etc.

Jason C.

2020-01-10T15:23:23

Rated 5 out of 5

Great little camera

I am not a professional, but I find this camera, takes great pictures. I have not used all of the features, but one of the features that I have used has been the wifi. I like that I can share pictures with friends and family. I enjoy the small size, and that I can operate the shutter with my phone. Great camera for the price. I find myself carrying it around often.

ELSTON V.

2020-01-02T11:23:22

Rated 5 out of 5

PEN PL 8 ??

Amazing photo quality in a compact lightweight mirrorless camera. Easy to use, attractive design, and decent battery life.

Steve G.

2019-12-30T07:42:58

Rated 5 out of 5

Good product overall - nice to have swappable lenses in this compact form.

Great camera for the price. Easy to use, yet powerful.

christopher o.

2019-12-28T08:38:28

Rated 5 out of 5

In love with this camara

A beautiful and light weight cámara! With a classic and vintage look, perfect for blogging and everyday use.

Elizabeth P.

2019-12-27T07:48:33

Rated 5 out of 5

NEXT STEP

Right size, weight, functions and price to step up to from a point & shoot. Image quality from kit and kit tele lens very good. Everything I want from a 4/3 system. Low light much better than p&s.

Reuben B.

2019-12-24T10:40:45

Rated 5 out of 5

I love it

Great camera. Takes beautiful pictures. I especially love the wi-fi compatibility. It looks nice, and it is smaller than an older model PEN camera that I still have. Easy to use and easy to set up.

Bruce S.

2019-12-19T09:45:09

Rated 5 out of 5

Four thirds, one third more then you need

Easy to use great price great fun to use. It has all the info at your fingertips so you can use your creativity. Light weight means you can take every ware you go.

Sam D.

2019-12-13T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Upgrade

I purchased this camera as an upgrade from my PEN E-PL1, and once again, I am thrilled. Did not disappoint. I love the Micro Four-Thirds system and this new camera is even smaller and more powerful than my E-PL1, (which I still plan to use). I love all the new features that this camera has, and I love how easy it is to use. Highly recommend it.

Bruce

2019-12-10T09:21:00

Rated 5 out of 5

If you only afford to by one camera, this would be an excellent choice.

This is an excellent camera for the price. It is light weight, smaller in size (so it fits easily in a pocket or purse), and takes quality images. The kit lens is a little fragile because of plastic connections, but if you are careful when changing lenses, it should pose no problems. The battery life is a full 4 to 6 hours of steady shooting (camera accessories such as a flash or flash trigger use up the battery faster). The camera offers the photography a wide range of camera modes plus a full manual setting. It uses SD cards which are inexpensive and readily available. The case is well sealed. And multiple lenses are available for this camera. I highly recommend this camera to anyone looking for a full range camera they can easily carry on vacations and outings, but will also serve to take high quality portrait and landscape images, and allow full control of ISO, shutter speed, and aperture for creativity and special light circumstances.

BRIAN H.

2019-12-10T07:32:02

Rated 5 out of 5

Cute and stylish

I’m in love with this camera! It’s so stylish and easy to use. The pictures turned out so pretty I indoor and outdoor . I was gonna buy an expensive phone that comes with a good camera but I’m ditching that idea now.

Esther W.

2019-12-10T07:28:02

Rated 5 out of 5

Decent deal to get a good camera

Camera Pl8 is really easy but good performance to use. Only one point need to be improved on the screen that should be upward floded not downward !

Le X.

2019-12-08T05:11:42

Rated 5 out of 5

Everyday pocket PEN camera for novices—and pros (admit it!)

Adorama service has been exemplary and I look to Adorama for products first, before I go to any other supplier. I appreciate how quickly you prepare my orders and get them ready for shipment, regardless of the class of mail shipment I selected. Happy holidays, and best regards

JOHN G.

2019-12-06T01:08:29

Rated 5 out of 5

Great camera, no need to bring my DSLR with me everywhere all the time.

Stunning pictures for most situation, with the 45mm lens, you'll just be mesmerized at what you can get out of this little camera. People will probably think you spent thousands of dollars.

ALEXIS M.

2019-12-05T14:49:18

Rated 4 out of 5

Very impressive!

A very nice camera. Small and compact compared to others.

MICHAEL W.

2019-12-05T07:53:24

Rated 5 out of 5

super light and fast camera

super light and fast camera with live view , which mean you can see how the picture look before talking it

David M.

2019-12-05T07:06:54

Rated 5 out of 5

Great camera

Excellent small body ILC camera that works with many micro four thirds lenses.

MARTIN S.

2019-12-04T07:25:53

Rated 4 out of 5

Great features and great value!

Great basic camera that delivers quality pictures with great features. Can't wait to go out explore and shoot some more!

Oscar O.

2019-12-04T07:19:04

Rated 5 out of 5

Sleek, modern, and good shooter

I am very happy with this camera. It is sleek and takes great pictures. Most importantly, it is small and looks nice to carry around. The selfie screen is a nice 'touch', as well.

Don Z.

2019-11-26T08:28:47

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Compact Carry

Great camera for everyday carry. This one I can literally slip into my pocket and have it with me all the time. I swapped out the lens with the EZ version so it is even more compact. Olympus has some of the greatest kit lenses on the market and paired with the PEN E-PL8, the images are nothing short of professional quality with a little work in post. This is a niche camera for on-the-go compact use and it fills that niche very nicely.

HAROLD D.

2019-11-12T16:10:18

Rated 5 out of 5

Great little camera

Best small camera, very handy to carry around just like a phone camera , but with better control and lens. Very enjoyable mini camera. I love it. Takes great pictures, but you can not enlarge beyond 8x10, maybe 11x14. That is the limitation.

Nagai R.

2018-03-26T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Great little camera for a bargain!

Great little camera especially with the flip screen. However, one con with the flip screen is that it flips down which is really awkward. It should flip to the top or to the side which would make it ideal for vlogging.

danny

2017-11-12T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Yeh it's a hipster camera but great value in a small package!

Yeh it's a hipster camera but great value in a small package! Pretty obvious the market they are targeting with the retro styling and "selfie" feature of the flip out display they tout but nonetheless a great full feature camera in a small package. I sold my Nikon DSLR gear and downsized! In addition to all the things you would expect on any modern DSLR minus the mirror and the bulk. I now take this camera and zoom lens with me all the time. Even hiking it is easy to carry. Some other features that I like: - The WIFI is handy to connect to my phone for quick uploads - the phone app (Android for me) also records a GPS log and will geotag photos in the camera. - The in camera video stabilization works very well. Maybe I am new to this feature but I hand held a 300mm equivalent zoom and there's no shake in the video. - The large touchscreen is very crisp and vivid. Some of the things I don't really like: - Battery and chip are on the bottom making a case or tripod attachment block the door. Side would be nicer. - The flash clips on the hot shoe which is good it moves farther from the lens but is another object to lose. The PL1 had a pop up. - I wish the WIFI could attach to a LAN or hotspot so you A) don't need a phone app and B) could sync directly to cloud services. - The display hinged up and also flips down which is good but only in one axis. I miss the side arm flip of my Nikon camera.

JV

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Olympus E-PL8 Specifications

  • Sensor Type

    4/3 Live MOS Sensor

  • Effective Pixels

    16.1 million

  • Total Pixels

    17.2 million

  • Filter Array

    Primary color filter (RGB)

  • Aspect Ratio & Area

    4:3 / 17.3 x 13.0mm

  • Dust Reduction

    Super Sonic Wave Filter

  • Processor Type

    Olympus TruePicTM VII

  • AF System Type

    High-speed imager AF (Contrast detection)

  • Focus Modes

    Single AF (S-AF) / Continuous AF (C-AF) / Manual Focus (MF) / S-AF + MF / AF tracking (C-AF + TR)
    With Full-time AF (Automatic activation when shooting selfie movies)

  • Full Time AF

    Available

  • Magnified Frame

    AF Selectable from over 800 AF points Enlarged view check by magnify button Magnification x5, x7, x10(Default), x14 selectable
    * Super Spot AF only available when a Micro Four Thirds lens is attached

  • Face Detection AF / Eye Detection

    Available / Available
    Eye Detection AF mode: Off / Nearer-eye priority / Right-eye priority / Left-eye priority

  • Focusing Points / Focusing Points Select

    81-area multiple AF (Contrast detection AF), 37-area multiple AF (Phase-difference detection AF)
    All target, Group target area (3x3-area),
    Single target(Standard Target Size/Small Target Size)

  • AF Illuminator

    Available

  • AF Targeting Pad

    Available
    *Activate / deactivate with double tap on rear monitor

  • Manual Focus Assist* Customize Funtion

    Live view image is magnified when the focus ring is rotated. (at S-AF+MF or MF mode)

  • Peaking Function

    Activate with Fn button or focus ring Change peaking settings using the Info button Color selection: white or black

  • System Type

    Built-in (Image sensor shift type for movie & still, 3-axis* image stabilization)
    *yaw/pitch/roll

  • Modes

    4 modes (S-I.S.AUTO,S-I.S.1, S-I.S.2, S-I.S.3), OFF

  • Live View Image Stabilization

    Activation by half-pressing shutter release or enlarging view.

  • Focal Length Setting

    Yes

  • IS for Live View Image

    Available (by half-pressing the shutter button or enlarging operation)

  • Stabilization Performance

    3.5 EV Steps
    *Based on CIPA measurement conditions. When using M.Zuiko Digital ED 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 EZ (focal length=42mm (35mm equivalent with 84mm)

  • Lens IS Priority

    Yes

  • Shutter Type

    Computerized focal-plane, high-speed, mechanical shutter

  • Shutter Speed

    1/4000 - 60 sec. (1/3, 1/2, or 1EV steps selectable)Bulb/Time: default setting 8min. (1/2/4/8/15/20/25/30 min. selectable)

  • Sequential Shooting Maximum Speed

    Sequential shooting H mod 1: appro 7.4 fps approx 8.5 fps 2
    1. Focus and exposure are fixed at the values for the first shot.
    2. when IS is OFF Sequential shooting L mode: approx 3.7 fps (when using M.Zuiko Digital ED 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 EZ lens)

  • Max. Recordable Pictures in Sequential S

    [RAW] Max. 20 frames (in 3.7 seq. shooting L) Max. 16 frames (in 8.5 seq. shooting H)
    [JPEG] Max. 8 frames (in 3.7 seq. shooting L) Max. 64 frames (in 8.5 seq. shooting H)
    * When using the M.Zuiko Digital ED 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 EZ
    * With TOSHIBA SDHC UHS-I EXCERIA 32G

  • Self Timer

    Operation time: 12 sec., 2 sec., custom (Wait time: 1-30sec., Shot interval: 0.5/1/2/3sec., Number of shots: 1-10, Every time AF: Off/On)

  • Rear Monitor Type

    3.0" tilting touch monitor* *Approx 1037k dots (3:2) electrostatic capacitance touch screen

  • Rear Monitor Size

    3.0 / 7.6 cm

  • Touch Control

    Shutter release, magnification, AF area selection, AF area size adjustment, frame forward/backward, magnified playback, Live Guide, Super Control Panel, Art Filter mode selection, scene mode selection, Wi-Fi connection, clips, movie effect, movie teleconverter
    When in Selfie Mode: Shutter release, e-Portrait, custom self-timer, movie, exposure compensation

  • Tilting Capability

    Upward tilting angle : up to 80 degrees Downward tilting angle : up to 180 degrees
    *mirror display when monitor is in selfie position

  • Brightness / Color Temp Control (Rear Mo

    +/- 7 levels / +/- 7 levels

  • Color Tone Select

    Vivid / Natural

  • Live View

    Approx. 100% field of view,
    Exposure compensation preview, WB adjustment preview,
    Gradation auto preview, Face detection preview (up to 8 faces),
    Grid line, Histogram, Magnification display (x5/x7/x10/x14), Normal, Highlight & Shadow, Level Gauge, Off

  • Field of View

    Approx. 100%

  • Display Mode

    Normal Mode, Histogram Mode, Level gauge, Highlight and shadow, Off

  • Monitor Information

    Aperture value, Shutter speed, Auto Bracket, AE Lock, AF mode, IS, Shooting Mode, Battery Check, Myset, Internal Temperature Warning, Face / Eye Detection, Histogram, Number of storable still pictures, Record mode, ISO, Sequential shooting, Self-timer, White Balance, Metering Mode, AF confirmation mark, Exposure Compensation Value, Spot metering Area Flash Mode, Flash Status, Flash intensity Control, Super FP, Focal length, Tone control, Eye-Fi condition, Digital teleconverter, Battery check

  • Display of Face Detection

    Max 8 frames of face detection can be displayed.

  • Metering System

    Digital ESP metering (324-area multi pattern metering), Center weighted average metering, Spot metering, Spot metering with highlight control, Spot metering with shadow control (TTL Image sensor metering)

  • Metering Range

    EV -2 - 20 (at normal temperature, 17mm f2.8, ISO 100)

  • Exposure Mode

    i Auto (Live Guide can be performed) , P: Program AE (Program shift can be performed), A: Aperture priority AE, S: Shutter priority AE, M: Manual (Live Bulb, Live Time and Live Composite), Photo Story, Scene select AE, Art Filter, Underwater wide/macro1, Custom Mysets 1-42
    1. Assign to a button to activate
    2 Myset can be assigned to mode dial positions (replacing the original modes )

  • Scene Select AE

    Portrait, e-Portrait, Landscape, Landscape + Portrait, Sport, Night, Night + Portrait, Children, High Key, Low Key, DIS mode, Macro, Nature Macro, Candle, Sunset, Documents, Panorama, Fireworks, Beach & Snow, Fisheye Conv., Wide Conv., Macro Conv., 3D* A
    * 3D lens(H-FT012 by Panasonic) only, still only

  • ISO Sensitivity

    Auto: ISO LOW (approx. 100) - 25600 (customizable, default ISO LOW - 1600)
    Manual: ISO LOW (approx. 100) - 25600 in 1/3 or 1 EV ISO steps

  • Exposure Compensation

    Still photo 5 EV, movie 3 EV in 1/3, 1/2, 1 EV steps selectable
    *HDR shooting, monitor and EVF displays only up to 3 EV

  • AE Lock

    Locked at 1st release of shutter button (can be set to Fn button as well)

  • AE Lock

    Locked at 1st release of shutter button (can be set to Fn button as well)

  • Noise Filter at High ISO Setting

    Off, Low, Standard, High

  • Noise Reduction at Slow Shutter Speed

    Off, On, Auto
    On : effective when shutter speed is slower than 1 sec.
    Auto : effective when shutter speed is slower than 4 sec. (at ISO 200 or higher) or 8 sec. (at lower than ISO200)

  • Flash Intensity Control Method

    TTL Auto, Auto*, Manual, super FP*(FP-TTL AUTO, FP-MANUAL)
    * Available on the external flash
    TTL Auto, Auto*, Manual, super FP*(FP-TTL AUTO, FP-MANUAL)
    * Available on the external flash

  • Bundled Flash

    FL-LM1 - TTL flash, GN = 7 (ISO100?m) / GN = 10 (ISO200?m)

  • Flash Mode

    Auto, Red Eye Reduction, Slow Sync (1st curtain sync), Slow Sync (2nd curtain sync), Slow Sync (2nd curtain sync) + Red Eye Reduction, Fill-in, Manual (1/1 (FULL) to 1/64), Flash Off

  • Synchronization Speed

    Differs by flash unit and mode.
    FL-LM1: 1/250 sec., FL-50R: 1/180 sec., Other: 1/200 sec.
    Super FP: 1/125 to 1/4000 sec., RC: 1/160 sec.

  • Flash Intensity Control

    Up to 3 EV in 1/3, 1/2, 1 EV steps selectable

  • Compatible External Flash

    FL-50R, FL-36R, FL-300R, FL600R

  • Wireless Flash Control Method

    Triggered and controlled (Olympus Wireless RC Flash system) zommander flash : FL-LM1, FL-600R

  • External Flash Intensity Type

    TTL Auto, Auto, Manual, FP-TTL-AUTO, FP-MANUAL

  • Channel No.

    4 channels

  • Group No.

    4 groups: 3 external flash + 1 commander flash* * FL-600R, FL-LM1

  • Compatible Memory

    SD Memory Card (SDHC, SDXC, UHS-I/II compatible, Eye-Fi Card compatible* )
    *Not compatible with Endless Memory.

  • Recording Format

    DCF 2.0, DPOF compatible / Exif 2.3, PRINT Image Matching III,
    MPO compatible

  • File Format

    RAW (12-bit lossless compression), JPEG, RAW+JPEG, MPO(3D still)

  • Recording Image Size

    [RAW] 4608 x 3456 pixels
    [JPEG] 4608 x 3456 pixels - 640 x 480 pixels

  • File Size

    RAW: 4608(H)x3456(V) (approx. 1/1.5 lossless compressed) Approx. 17MB
    (LF): 4608(H)x3456(V) (1/4 compressed) Approx. 7.5MB
    (LN): 4608(H)x3456(V) (1/8 compressed) Approx. 3.5MB
    (MN): 2560(H)x1920(V) (1/8 compressed) Approx. 1.1MB
    (SN): 1280(H)x980(V) (1/8 compressed) Approx. 0.4MB

  • White Balance Mode

    Auto WB, 7 Preset WBs, 4 Capture WBs, Custom WB(Kelvin setting)

  • White Balance Compensation

    7 steps in each A-B/G-M axis
    * Except for Custom WB

  • Preset White Balance

    7 preset WBs (3000K - 7500K)
    - Sunny(5300K), Shadow(7500K), Cloudy(6000K), Incandescent(3000K), Fluorescent(4000K), Underwater, WB Flash(5500K)

  • CWB (Kelvin Setting)

    1 setting can be registered at Kelvin temperature, 2000K to 14000K.

  • Capture White Balance

    4 custom settings can be registered

  • Color Mode

    sRGB, Adobe RGB

  • Exposure Bracketing

    2, 3 or 5 frames in 0.3/0.7/1.0EV steps selectable, 7 frames in 0.3/0.7EV steps selectable

  • ISO Bracketing

    3 frames in 0.3/0.7/1.0EV steps selectable

  • White Balance Bracketing

    3 frames in 2, 4, 6 steps selectable in each A-B/G-M axis.

  • Flash Bracketing

    3 frames in 0.3/0.7/1.0EV step selectable

  • Art Filter Bracketing

    i-Enhance, Vivid, Natural, Muted, Portrait, Monotone, Custom, Art Filters selectable

  • HDR (Auto Composite)

    HDR1,HDR2 (painting like)
    *ISO sensitivity is fixed at 200 and maximum shutter speed is 4 sec
    *Exposure compensation can be performed.

  • Picture Mode

    i-Enhance, Vivid, Natural, Muted, Portrait, Monotone, Custom, e Portrait, Underwater, Art Filters

  • Gradation

    Auto, Normal, High Key, Low Key [except Art Flters]

  • Adjustment Parameter

    4 levels (Auto, Normal, High key, Low key)

  • Filter Effect (B&W Filter)

    Neutral, Yellow, Orange, Red, Green for Monotone

  • Picture Tone

    Neutral, Sepia, Blue, Purple, Green for Monotone

  • Art Filter

    Fourteen in-camera Art Filters are enhanced by new filter variations, art effects and bracketing. You can use Art Filters in all shooting modes as well as filming 1080 HD movies.

  • Art Filter Modes

    Pop Art (I, II / a.b.c.d.e) Soft Focus ( - / c.e)

  • Art Effect

    a. Soft Focus Effect b. Pin-Hole Effect c. White Edge Effect d. Frame Effect e. Star Light Effect f. Defocus EfFect g. B&W Effect (Yellow, Orange, Red, Green) h. Picture Tone (Sepia, Blue, Purple, Green) i. Shade Effect (Top & Bottom, Left & Right)

  • Color Ring (for partial color)

    18 color selectable

  • Photo Story

    With Photo Story, users can shoot a normal, everyday scene from multiple viewpoints and combine them into one image. Simply turning the mode dial to Photo Story , you ll be provided with different formats to choose from, and everyday occurrences will become memorable scenes.

  • Frame Effect (photo story)

    a. White Frame
    b. White Frame & White Edge Effect
    c. Black Frame
    d. White Frame & Pin Hole Effect

  • Aspect Window / Pattern (photo story)

    A. 4:3/2 Frames
    B. 4:3/3Frames
    C. 1:1/2 Frames
    D. 1:1/3Frames
    E. 1:1/4 Frames
    F. 16:9/5 Frames
    G. 16:9, 2 frames

  • Live Bulb / Live Time

    Update Interval Time - 0.5 sec 60 sec

  • Live Composite

    Update Interval Time / composite method 0.5 sec 60 sec / Lighten Mode (Bright area prioritization)

  • Interval Shooting

    1-999 frames, Interval time 1sec-24hours, Time lapse movies

  • Multiple Exposure (no. of pics./funct.)

    2 frames / Auto gain, Exposing on Recorded picture(RAW)

  • Video Recording Format

    MOV(MPEG-4AVC/H.264) , AVI(Motion JPEG)

  • Movie Mode

    [MOV]
    Full HD: 1920x1080, 30p (29.97fps), 24Mbps (fine) / 16Mbps (normal), Aspect ratio 16:9
    HD: 1280x720, 30p (29.97fps), 12Mbps (fine) / 8Mbps (normal), Aspect ratio 16:9
    [AVI] HD: 1280x720, 30fps*, Aspect ratio 16:

  • Maximum Video Recording Time

    [MOV]
    Full HD : Approx. 29min(Normal) / Approx. 22min(Fine)
    HD : Approx. 29min(Normal) / Approx. 29min(Fine)
    [AVI] HD : Approx. 7min* / SD : Approx. 14min*
    *Except for some of the Art Filters

  • Movie Effect

    One shot echo / Multi echo / Art fade / Old film

  • Movie Tele-converter

    x4 Available on Movie effect mode

  • Timelapse Movie

    Available AVI Motion JPEG1280 720,10fps

  • Photo in Movie

    Yes (mode1* / mode2)
    *mode1 is available with frame rate is lower than 30fps

  • Clips

    1, 2, 4 or 8 sec (Further continued shooting possible up to 16 sec. by pressing movie record button again)
    *FHD 30p Normal

  • IS for Movie

    M-IS1 On (Multi Motion and electronic IS from image sensor shift type image stabilisation), Off

  • Video Exposure Control

    Program AE, aperture priority AE, shutter priority AE, manual * S mode and M mode : Shutter speed is limited in less than 1/30 sec

  • Video File Size

    .MOV Format: Max 4GB

  • Compression Ratio

    Motion-JPEG Format: 1/12(HD), 1/8(SD)

  • Audio Recording Format

    Wave Format (Stereo linear PCM/16-bit, Sampling frequency 48kHz)

  • Microphone / Speaker

    Stereo / Mono

  • Microphone Function

    Wind noise reduction, Recording volume, Microphone volume limiter Audio dubbing possible for still pictures (up to 30 sec.)

  • Wi-Fi

    GPS Info.Function
    Via smartphone GPS data
    Image Share
    File Type: JPEG*, MOV Connect to up to 4 devices simultaneously. Marking function for ima ge share.

    *Excluding MPO file

  • Tethered Shooting

    Not Available

  • Live Guide

    Color saturation, Color image, Brightness, Blur Background, Express Motion, Shooting Tips

  • Playback Mode

    Single-frame, information display, index display (4, 9, 25, 100 frames), Clips, calendar, enlargement (2x - 14x), movie (with sound, FF, REW, Pause), slideshow (with sound including BGM, replaceable BGM), picture rotation (auto), Light Box display

  • Information Display

    Histogram (independent luminance / RGB available), Highlight/Shadow point warning, AF frame, Photographic information, OFF

  • Custom Settings

    Can select from 23 functions to assign to buttons, including the Lens Fn button. Functions that can be assigned differ by button.

  • RAW Image Editing Functions

    RAW development, Gradation auto, Monochrome, Sepia, Red-eye fix, Saturation, Resize (1280x960, 640x480, 320x240), Trimming, Aspect, e-Portrait, Image Overlay, Post-recording RAW picture editing

  • Image Overlay

    Up to 3 RAW images

  • Erasing Function

    Single frame, All, Selected frames (from Index)

  • Protect Function

    Single frame, Selected frames, Release protect (Single/All selected)

  • Menu Languagest (34 selectable)

    English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Russian, Czech, Dutch, Danish, Polish, Portuguese, Swedish, Norwegian, Finnish, Croat, Slovenian, Hungarian, Greek, Slovakian, Turkish, Latvian, Estonian, Lithuanian, Ukrainian, Serbian, Bulgarian, Rumanian, Indonesian, Malay, Thai

  • USB / AV / Remote Controller Connector

    Dedicated multi-connector [USB: USB2.0 Hi-Speed, Video: NTSC/PAL selectable, Optional Remote cable RM-UC1 can be used.]

  • HDMI Connector

    Micro HDMI (Type-D)

  • Flash Attachment

    Hot shoe

  • Accessory Port 2

    Dedicated multi-connector (Separately-sold VF-2, VF-3, VF-4, SEMA-1, MAL-1, PP-1 Communication Unit can be used)

  • Wireless LAN

    Built-in (IEEE 8.02.1b/g/n)

  • PC Interface

    USB2.0 Hi-Speed

  • TV Interface

    HDMI (HD/Stereo Sound), VIDEO-OUT(SD/Mono Sound)

  • Battery

    BLS-50 Li-ion battery (included)

  • Sleep Mode

    Available (1/3/5 min. off selectable)

  • Number of Recordable Pictures

    Approx. 350 shots (using BLS-50 and TOSHIBA SDHC UHS-I EXCERIA 32G with IS On, based on CIPA test standards)

  • Battery Life for Movie Shooting

    Approx. 90 minutes (under standard JEITA testing)

  • Operating Temperature Range

    32 ~ +104deg. F (0 ~ +40deg. C) operation
    -4 ~ +140deg. F -20 ~ +60deg. C storage

  • Operating Humidity Range

    30 - 90% (operation) / 10 - 90% (storage)

  • Dimensions (WxHxD)

    4.6 x 2.7 x 1.5" (117.1 x 68.3 x 38.4mm)
    [CIPA guideline compliant, excluding protrusions]

  • Weight

    Approx. 13.2oz (374g) CIPA guideline compliant, with BLS-50 battery and Memory card, without eyecup
    Approx. 11.5 oz (326g) Body only

  • UPC Code

    050332190740

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About Olympus E-PL8

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Yeh it's a hipster camera but great value in a small package!

By JV

Yeh it's a hipster camera but great value in a small package! Pretty obvious the market they are targeting with the retro styling and "selfie" feature of the flip out display they tout but nonetheless a great full feature camera in a small package. I sold my Nikon DSLR gear and downsized! In addition to all the things you would expect on any modern DSLR minus the mirror and the bulk. I now take this camera and zoom lens with me all the time. Even hiking it is easy to carry. Some other feature...

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Olympus pen PL8

By Yasuharu F.

It has a great look and very easy to use. I wanted a light camera so I purchased it with 14-42mm EZ lens instead of 14-42mm II R. I can take this camera anywhere and it takes very nice pictures. I have heard a complaint that in a selfie mode with LCD monitor down you cannot attach a tripod. But it seems you can avoid this problem by using a dual camera mount bracket.

Olympus Pen E-PL8

Oympus is rolling out a bevvy of new products in its interchangeable-lens Micro Four Thirds lineup. Headlining is the compact, snapshooter-oriented Olympus Pen E-PL8. Included in the new line is a trio of lenses—a 30mm f/3.5 Macro, a super-fast, low-light specialist “normal” focal length 25mm f/1.2 Pro lens, and a superzoom 12-100mm f/4.0 zoom—and the Olympus FL-900R, a high-intensity, weatherproof, wireless flash.

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Olympus Pen E-PL8

When you see the Olympus PEN E-PL8, you can’t resist the urge to pick it up and hold it. With its sleek contemporary design, it looks more like a beautiful accessory and less like a traditional camera. Premium materials and finishes add to the luxurious appearance and feel. The compact PEN E-PL8 fits into a handbag and is ready anytime you need spectacular photos or videos - you’ll be an instant hit on your social newsfeeds. The flip touchscreen monitor provides easy operation, and the powerful in-camera creativity tools let you express your individual style. It doesn't just take great pictures. It makes an impression.

STYLE THAT GOES ANYWHERE

The PEN E-PL8’s premium materials and finishes, from the leather grain to intricately-textured dials to the brushed aluminum, turn this beautiful camera into a high-end accessory. Every inch of the E-PL8 has been thoughtfully considered, like the modern rounded corners and the embossed Olympus PEN logo. Even after hours of capturing friends and family at a wedding reception, this lightweight, compact camera will feel comfortable in your hand.

STYLE THAT GOES ANYWHERE

EASY TO USE

The PEN E-PL8 has a unique flip monitor that’s also a touch screen. All of the primary functions are in one place – right at your fingertips. Of course, what’s an overnight trip, week-long vacation, or dream honeymoon without selfies in cool locations? The PEN E-PL8 automatically shifts into Selfie Mode when the monitor is flipped down. Sophisticated imaging technology ensures spectacular-looking selfies, even in low light or at night.

EASY TO USE
PRO QUALITY PHOTOGRAPHY

PRO QUALITY PHOTOGRAPHY

Your toddler is growing up quickly and you want shots you’ll appreciate for years to come. The PEN E-PL8 helps you get photos even a professional will appreciate. In iAuto, the intelligent E-PL8 instantly chooses the best of 42 modes ensuring the perfect picture.

IN-CAMERA CREATIVITY

IN-CAMERA CREATIVITY

Spending time with family and friends is always at the top of your to-do list. It’s a chance to shoot your best stills and video. With the E-PL8, it’s also a chance to get creative. Fourteen Art Filters - give your images and video a unique, personalized look.

SHARE EVERY MOMENT

When loved ones are around, everyone wants to get in the photo. It’s easy with the PEN E-PL8. Use the camera’s built-in Wi-Fi and fast QR code setup to link your smart device with the free Olympus Image Share app, then remotely control the camera, frame the shot, and trip the shutter. Spontaneous everyday moments of your kids, your family, and your life can be instantly and wirelessly uploaded and shared.

SHARE EVERY MOMENT

LENSES & ACCESSORIES

Olympus M.Zuiko lenses are fast, compact and lightweight, a perfect match for the PEN E-PL8. The 14-42mm IIR is an ideal starter lens for everyday shooting, while the 14-42mm EZ keeps the size compact and convenient. The 40-150mm R has excellent zoom range for travel, and the 12-50mm Macro lets you shoot beautiful close-ups and portraits. Best of all, you can add a soft leather neck strap, customized body jacket, or multi-purpose case to create a camera look that’s all your own.

LENSES & ACCESSORIES

Key Features

  • Capture stunning photos with the Olympus E-PL8's 16.1MP image sensor for incredible detail.
  • Enjoy creative freedom with various Olympus lens options, perfect for any photography style.
  • Achieve beautiful background blur with the E-PL8's excellent low-light performance capabilities.
  • Record smooth, high-quality HD videos with ease, ideal for vlogging or family memories.
  • Compose perfect selfies using the 180-degree tilting touch monitor for easy framing and focus.
  • Share your photos instantly using built-in Wi-Fi connectivity for seamless social media uploads.

What's in the box:

  • Olympus E-PL8 Camera
  • BLS-50 Lithium-Ion Battery
  • BCS-5 Lithium-Ion Battery Charger
  • FL-LM1 Flash
  • CB-USB6 USB Cable
  • Shoulder Strap
  • OLYMPUS Viewer 3 CD-ROM
  • Olympus 1 Year Warranty