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Olympus E-PL8 vs Olympus E-PL8 Comparison

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Olympus E-PL8 vs Olympus E-PL8 Comparison Overview

In this review, we will be comparing the E-PL8 and the E-PL8, two Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by Olympus. Olympus E-PL8 was introduced to the market in September 2016 and Olympus E-PL8 was launched in September 2016. Both E-PL8 and E-PL8 were launched within the same month so we are expecting this to be a fair comparison regarding age and available technology level.

E-PL8 and E-PL8 are members of Olympus's PEN E-PL series of cameras. Below you can find the latest models from this series.

Olympus PEN E-PL Series History
Model Release Date Sensor Dimensions Weight
Olympus E-PL9
  
2018 16.0MP - Four Thirds 117 x 68 x 39mm 380g
Olympus E-PL8
2016 16.0MP - Four Thirds 115 x 67 x 38mm 357g
Olympus E-PL7
  
2014 16.0MP - Four Thirds 115 x 67 x 38mm 357g
Olympus E-PL6
  
2014 16.0MP - Four Thirds 111 x 64 x 38mm 325g
Olympus E-PL5
  
2012 16.0MP - Four Thirds 111 x 64 x 38mm 325g

Here is a brief look at the main features of the Olympus E-PL8 and Olympus E-PL8 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Olympus E-PL8 Key Specs

  • Announcement Date: 2016-09-19
  • 16MP - Four Thirds CMOS Sensor
  • ISO 200 - 25600 ( expands to 100)
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 3.00" Tilting Screen
  • 8.0fps continuous shooting
  • Full HD - 1920 x 1080 video resolution
  • Built-in Wireless
  • 357g. 115 x 67 x 38 mm
  • Replaced Olympus PEN E-PL7 Compare

Olympus E-PL8 Key Specs

  • Announcement Date: 2016-09-19
  • 16MP - Four Thirds CMOS Sensor
  • ISO 200 - 25600 ( expands to 100)
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 3.00" Tilting Screen
  • 8.0fps continuous shooting
  • Full HD - 1920 x 1080 video resolution
  • Built-in Wireless
  • 357g. 115 x 67 x 38 mm
  • Replaced Olympus PEN E-PL7 Compare

Let's read on in the following sections in order to better understand in detail how the Olympus E-PL8 and Olympus E-PL8 compare and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one is better for you.


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Reasons to choose Olympus PEN E-PL8 over Olympus PEN E-PL8
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Reasons to choose Olympus PEN E-PL8 over Olympus PEN E-PL8
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Common Strengths of Olympus PEN E-PL8 and Olympus PEN E-PL8
Wireless Connection
Yes vs Yes Better connectivity
Live Composite Mode
Yes vs Yes Excellent help for long-exposure photography
Image Stabilization
Sensor-shift vs Sensor-shift Sharper images at longer focal lengths and long exposures
Adjustable LCD Screen
Tilting vs Tilting Flexible shooting positions
External Flash Shoe
Yes vs Yes Better for flash photography
Touch Screen
Yes vs Yes Easy control of camera functions
Viewfinder
Electronic (Optional) vs Electronic (Optional) Better framing and control
RAW Support
Yes vs Yes Better image quality
Face Detection Focus
Yes vs Yes very handy for portraits
LCD Screen Resolution
1.037k dots vs 1.037k dots High resolution screens
Max Continuous Shooting
8.0fps vs 8.0fps Fast shooting speeds
Timelapse Recording
Yes vs Yes creative shooting
AE Bracketing
Yes vs Yes Useful for tough lighting conditions and HDR
Smartphone Remote
Yes vs Yes Remote control your camera with a smartphone
Common Weaknesses of Olympus PEN E-PL8 and Olympus PEN E-PL8
Built-in Flash
No vs No Require external flash
Environmental Sealing
No vs No not suitable for tough conditions
Olympus E-PL8 vs Olympus E-PL8: Physical Specs and Body Features Comparison

Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs. In this section, we are going to illustrate the Olympus E-PL8 and Olympus E-PL8 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Olympus E-PL8 has external dimensions of 115 x 67 x 38 mm (4.53 x 2.64 x 1.5″) and weighs 357 g (0.79 lb / 12.59 oz) (including batteries). Olympus E-PL8 has external dimensions of 115 x 67 x 38 mm (4.53 x 2.64 x 1.5″) and weighs 357 g (0.79 lb / 12.59 oz) (including batteries).

Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus E-PL8 and the Olympus E-PL8. In this case, we can see that Olympus E-PL8 and Olympus E-PL8 have the exact same height, width and thickness.

Olympus E-PL8 vs Olympus E-PL8 Camera Size Comparison - Front View
Comparison image of the Olympus E-PL8 and the Olympus E-PL8 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View

Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus E-PL8 and Olympus E-PL8.

Olympus E-PL8 vs Olympus E-PL8 Camera Size Comparison - Back View
Comparison image of the Olympus E-PL8 and the Olympus E-PL8 Size and Weight - Back View

Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus E-PL8 and Olympus E-PL8.
Olympus E-PL8 vs Olympus E-PL8 Camera Size Comparison - Top View
Top View Comparison image of the Olympus E-PL8 and the the Olympus E-PL8 Size

Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day. Olympus E-PL8 and Olympus E-PL8 have exactly the same weight of 357g.

Also keep in mind that body weight is not the only deciding factor when comparing two interchangeable camera bodies, you also have to take into account the lenses that you will be using with these bodies. Since both Olympus E-PL8 and Olympus E-PL8 have the same Micro Four Thirds lens mount and Four Thirds sized sensors, lenses will not be a differentiator on total size of the system.

Weight Comparison

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Thickness Comparison

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Weather Sealing

Unfortunately neither the Olympus PEN E-PL8 nor Olympus PEN E-PL8 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections:
Top Mirrorless Cameras with Weather Sealing

LCD Screen Size and Features

Olympus E-PL8 and Olympus E-PL8's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.

Both cameras feature Tilting screens where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels.


Olympus E-PL8 vs Olympus E-PL8: Sensor Comparison

Both Olympus E-PL8 and Olympus E-PL8 have Four Thirds sized 16.0 MP resolution sensors so sensor size and resolution is not a differentiator between these two cameras.

Below you can see the E-PL8 and E-PL8 sensor size comparison.

Olympus E-PL8 vs Olympus E-PL8 Sensor Size Comparison
Sensor Size and Resolution Comparison image of Olympus E-PL8 and Olympus E-PL8 Cameras


Olympus E-PL8 and Olympus E-PL8 have the same sensor sizes so they will provide same level of control over the depth of field when used with same focal length and aperture.

Olympus E-PL8 vs Olympus E-PL8 Comparison of Available Lenses
Which camera has more lenses?

The number of available lenses is a big deciding factor when choosing your interchangeable lens camera. Olympus E-PL8 and Olympus E-PL8 have the same Micro Four Thirds lens mount and currently there are 121 native lenses available for these cameras.

Another important factor is the availability of image stabilization. Both Olympus E-PL8 and Olympus E-PL8 have Sensor-based Image stabilization which means that all the lenses will be stabilized in these bodies. E-PL8's built-in Image stabilization system is effective for compensating vibration up to 3.5-stops according to CIPA standards, whereas the E-PL8's IS system is rated up to 3.5-stops.

Lens Type # of Olympus E-PL8 Lenses # of Olympus E-PL8 Lenses
Standard Zoom 18 18
Standard Prime 15 15
Wideangle Zoom 6 6
Wideangle Prime 32 32
Telephoto Zoom 19 19
Telephoto Prime 11 11
SuperZoom 8 8
Wideangle Fisheye Prime 5 5
Macro Prime 5 5
Perspective Control Prime n/a n/a
Telephoto Mirror Prime 1 1
TOTAL 121 121

Here are some of the most popular Micro Four Thirds Mount Lenses on Camera Decision:

Popular Micro Four Thirds Mount Lenses for the E-PL8 and the E-PL8
Model Coverage Weight Focusing Street Price
OM System 40-150mm F4.0 PRO Lens OM System 40-150mm F4.0 PRO
FourThirds 382gr AF Amazon B&H Photo
Panasonic Lumix G 25mm F1.7 ASPH Lens Panasonic Lumix G 25mm F1.7 ASPH
FourThirds 125gr AF Amazon B&H Photo
Panasonic Lumix G Vario 12-60mm F3.5-5.6 ASPH Power OIS Lens Panasonic Lumix G Vario 12-60mm F3.5-5.6 ASPH Power OIS
FourThirds 210gr AF Amazon B&H Photo
Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 100-400mm F5.0-6.3 IS Lens Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 100-400mm F5.0-6.3 IS
FourThirds 1120gr AF Amazon B&H Photo
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 50-200mm F2.8-4.0 ASPH Power OIS Lens Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 50-200mm F2.8-4.0 ASPH Power OIS
FourThirds 655gr AF Amazon B&H Photo
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 12-60mm F2.8-4.0 ASPH Power OIS Lens Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 12-60mm F2.8-4.0 ASPH Power OIS
FourThirds 320gr AF Amazon B&H Photo
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmar 100-400mm F4.0-6.3 ASPH Power OIS Lens Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmar 100-400mm F4.0-6.3 ASPH Power OIS
FourThirds 985gr AF Amazon B&H Photo
Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 EZ Lens Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 EZ
FourThirds 91gr AF Amazon B&H Photo
What types of Photography are Olympus E-PL8 and Olympus E-PL8 Good for?
In this section, we rank and compare Olympus E-PL8 and Olympus E-PL8 for five different photography types in order to make your decision process easier in case you are specifically interested in one or more of these areas.

Olympus E-PL8 for Portrait Photography

GOOD

Olympus E-PL8 for Portrait Photography

GOOD
Large Four Thirds (17.3 x 13 mm) sensor
Image Stabilization
Average Resolution Sensor: 16.0MP
Optional External Viewfinder
Average Ergonomics&Handling
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Check the Best Micro Four Thirds Mount Lenses for Portrait Photography
Large Four Thirds (17.3 x 13 mm) sensor
Image Stabilization
Average Resolution Sensor: 16.0MP
Optional External Viewfinder
Average Ergonomics&Handling
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Olympus E-PL8 for Street Photography

EXCELLENT

Olympus E-PL8 for Street Photography

EXCELLENT
Large Four Thirds (17.3 x 13 mm) sensor
Image Stabilization
Live-view
Face-Detection Focusing
Tilting LCD Screen
Optional External Viewfinder
Medium sized Body
Read the details

Check the Best Micro Four Thirds Mount Lenses for Street Photography
Large Four Thirds (17.3 x 13 mm) sensor
Image Stabilization
Live-view
Face-Detection Focusing
Tilting LCD Screen
Optional External Viewfinder
Medium sized Body
Read the details

Olympus E-PL8 for Sports Photography

GOOD

Olympus E-PL8 for Sports Photography

GOOD
Image Stabilization
Fast Continuous Shooting: 8.0fps
Fast Max shutter speed: 1/4000s
81 Focus Points
Wireless Connection
Optional External Viewfinder
Average Ergonomics&Handling
Environmental Sealings
Read the details

Check the Best Micro Four Thirds Mount Lenses for Sports Photography
Image Stabilization
Fast Continuous Shooting: 8.0fps
Fast Max shutter speed: 1/4000s
81 Focus Points
Wireless Connection
Optional External Viewfinder
Average Ergonomics&Handling
Environmental Sealings
Read the details

Olympus E-PL8 for Daily Photography

GOOD

Olympus E-PL8 for Daily Photography

GOOD
Large Four Thirds (17.3 x 13 mm) sensor
Medium size Body
357g
Read the details
Large Four Thirds (17.3 x 13 mm) sensor
Medium size Body
357g
Read the details

Olympus E-PL8 for Landscape Photography

POOR

Olympus E-PL8 for Landscape Photography

POOR
Large Four Thirds (17.3 x 13 mm) sensor
Live-view
Average Resolution Sensor: 16.0MP
No Environmental Sealings
Read the details

Check the Best Micro Four Thirds Mount Lenses for Landscape Photography
Large Four Thirds (17.3 x 13 mm) sensor
Live-view
Average Resolution Sensor: 16.0MP
No Environmental Sealings
Read the details

Olympus E-PL8 vs Olympus E-PL8: OUR DECISION

You may have already made your decision about which camera suits better for your needs and your budget so far, but in case you wonder how we rated Olympus E-PL8 and Olympus E-PL8, below you can find their scores in five different aspects. Our Decision Algorithm dynamically scores cameras using 69 different specs, current price and DxO Mark scores (where possible) in order to make a more objective and consistent comparison.

Here is a summary of how Olympus E-PL8 and Olympus E-PL8 scores compare:

Olympus E-PL8
Imaging
Features
Value
Portability
Overall
Ranked #38 out of 137 in Rangefinder-style mirrorless cameras
Ranked #217 out of 1268 in all Cameras
Olympus E-PL8
Imaging
Features
Value
Portability
Overall
Ranked #38 out of 137 in Rangefinder-style mirrorless cameras
Ranked #217 out of 1268 in all Cameras

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Olympus E-PL8 vs Olympus E-PL8 Specs Table
Detailed comparison of specifications
General Olympus PEN E-PL8 Olympus PEN E-PL8
Brand Olympus Olympus
Announced 2016-09-19 2016-09-19
Body Type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor
Type CMOS CMOS
Size Four Thirds Four Thirds
Dimensions 17.3 x 13 mm 17.3 x 13 mm
Area 224.90mm2 224.90mm2
Megapixels 16 megapixels 16 megapixels
Max Resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Max Native Light sensitivity 25,600 ISO 25,600 ISO
Min Native Light sensitivity 200 ISO 200 ISO
Min Boosted Light Sensitivity 100 ISO 100 ISO
RAW Support
Autofocus
AF Touch
AF Continuous
AF Single
AF Tracking
AF Selective
AF Center
AF Multi Area
AF Live View
AF Face Detection
AF Contrast Detection
AF Phase Detection
Number of Focus Points 81 81
Lens
Manual Focus
Lens Mount Micro Four Thirds Micro Four Thirds
Number of Available Lenses 121 121
Screen
Type Tilting Tilting
Size 3.00" 3.00"
Resolution 1,037k dots 1,037k dots
Touch Screen
Viewfinder
Viewfinder Electronic (optional) Electronic (optional)
Photography Features
Max Mechanical Shutter 1/4000s 1/4000s
Shutter Priority
Aperture Priority
Manual Exposure Mode
Custom White Balance
Built-in Image Stabilization Sensor-shift Sensor-shift
Built-in Flash
External Flash
Continuous Shooting 8.0 fps 8.0 fps
Multi-Segment Metering
Average Metering
Spot Metering
Partial Metering
AF-Area Metering
Center Weighted Metering
AE Bracketing
WB Bracketing
Video Features
Max Video Resolution 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080
Video Formats H.264, Motion JPEG H.264, Motion JPEG
Microphone Port
Headphone Port
Connectivity
Wireless Connectivity Built-In Built-In
HDMI
Physical
Environmental Sealing
Weight 357g 357g
Dimensions 115 x 67 x 38mm 115 x 67 x 38mm
Battery Life 350 shots 350 shots
Other Features
Timelapse Recording
GPS None None
DxO Sensor Scores
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