Olympus PEN E-PL8 Black 2016
The 16MP Live MOS sensor and 3-axis in-body stabilization deliver sharper handheld shots, while the 180-degree downward flip touchscreen enables a dedicated selfie mode for both stills and video. Its retro-styled, 499g body combines portability with a tactile build quality that stands out in the entry-level mirrorless segment. This camera is best for vloggers and beginners who prioritize easy self-recording and sharing over 4K video or weather-sealed durability.
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong display (82th percentile) 82th
- Strong social proof (71th percentile) 71th
- Strong stabilization (70th percentile) 70th
- Strong af (68th percentile) 68th
Cons
- Below average sensor (10th percentile)
- Below average video (20th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (27th percentile)
- Below average evf (34th percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
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Based on 19 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Sensor
| Type | MOS |
| Size | micro-four-thirds |
| Megapixels | 16 MP |
| ISO Range | 100 |
| Processor | TruePic VII |
Autofocus
| AF Points | 81 |
Shooting
| Burst (Mechanical) | 8.5 |
Video
| Max Resolution | 1080p |
Display & EVF
| Screen Size | 3" |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Articulating | Yes |
Build
| Weight | 0.5 kg / 1.1 lbs |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
vs Competition
| Spec | Olympus PEN E-PL8 | Canon EOS R6 Mark III R6 Mark III | Sony a1 a1 II | Fujifilm X-H2 X-H2 | Nikon Z Z9 | Panasonic LUMIX GH7 GH7 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless |
| Sensor | 16MP micro-four-thirds | 32.5MP full-frame | 50.1MP full-frame | 40.2MP aps-c | 45.7MP full-frame | 25.2MP micro-four-thirds |
| AF Points | 81 | 1053 | 759 | 425 | 493 | 315 |
| Burst FPS | 8.5 | 40 | 30 | 20 | 30 | 75 |
| Video | 1080p | 6K @120fps | 8K @120fps | 8K @60fps | 8K @120fps | 5K @120fps |
| IBIS | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 499 | 609 | 658 | 579 | 1160 | 721 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Af | Evf | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | User Sentiment | Connectivity | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Olympus PEN E-PL8 | 68.1 | 34.3 | 64.6 | 57.1 | 19.7 | 10.3 | 44.7 | 81.6 | 27.4 | 45.1 | 71 | 70.1 |
| Canon EOS R6 Mark III R6 Mark III Compare | 98.2 | 86.1 | 94.4 | 92.7 | 89 | 57.3 | 96.2 | 98.9 | 93.1 | 92.9 | 92.1 | 99.5 |
| Sony a1 a1 II Compare | 95 | 98.5 | 96.4 | 90.2 | 98.8 | 66.9 | 91.5 | 99.4 | 63.9 | 92.9 | 96.7 | 99.5 |
| Fujifilm X-H2 X-H2 Compare | 86.6 | 95.1 | 89.1 | 84.1 | 95.2 | 97.9 | 96.7 | 81.6 | 83.5 | 92.9 | 92.1 | 93.3 |
| Nikon Z Z9 Compare | 89.2 | 87.8 | 99.5 | 96.1 | 98.8 | 63.3 | 97.1 | 81.6 | 97.7 | 92.9 | 92.1 | 83.3 |
| Panasonic LUMIX GH7 GH7 Compare | 82.4 | 86.1 | 97.4 | 95.1 | 97.2 | 54.8 | 88.7 | 81.6 | 93.1 | 92.9 | 77.7 | 96 |
Usage Scores
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