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 (84th percentile) 84th
- Strong stabilization (73th percentile) 73th
- Strong af (72th percentile) 72th
- Strong social proof (71th percentile) 71th
Cons
- Below average sensor (10th percentile)
- Below average video (21th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (27th percentile)
What owners think
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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 | Fujifilm X-T30 X-T30 III | LOUM VE418 | Gavonde W05 | LIYTIFOR LR1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | compact | compact | compact |
| Sensor | 16MP micro-four-thirds | 32.5MP full-frame | 26.1MP aps-c | 88MP | 64MP | 80MP 1/2.3-inch |
| AF Points | 81 | 1053 | 425 | - | - | - |
| Burst FPS | 8.5 | 40 | 20 | 15 | 5 | 30 |
| Video | 1080p | 6K @120fps | 6K @60fps | 8K | 8K @60fps | 5K |
| IBIS | true | true | false | false | false | false |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | false | false | false | false |
| Weight (g) | 499 | 609 | 329 | - | 848 | 290 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Af | Evf | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | User Sentiment | Connectivity | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Olympus PEN E-PL8 | 71.9 | 36.2 | 65.2 | 60.2 | 20.7 | 9.7 | 44.9 | 83.7 | 26.8 | 49.4 | 71.1 | 72.7 |
| Canon EOS R6 Mark III R6 Mark III Compare | 98.5 | 87.8 | 94.7 | 92.8 | 89.5 | 58.6 | 96.5 | 98.9 | 93.4 | 93.4 | 89.6 | 99.5 |
| Fujifilm X-T30 X-T30 III Compare | 88.1 | 74.9 | 13.7 | 88.4 | 92 | 93.2 | 88.3 | 83.7 | 14.2 | 93.4 | 92.4 | 33 |
| LOUM VE418 Compare | 33.4 | 36.2 | 35.9 | 74.4 | 85.5 | 81.5 | 44.9 | 56.1 | 0 | 49.4 | 83.1 | 33 |
| Gavonde W05 Compare | 33.4 | 36.2 | 53.7 | 28.9 | 91.5 | 74.5 | 44.9 | 56.1 | 0 | 79.1 | 75.1 | 33 |
| LIYTIFOR LR1 Compare | 33.4 | 36.2 | 11 | 85.1 | 76 | 81.1 | 44.9 | 25.9 | 0 | 67.3 | 80.2 | 33 |
Price
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