Olympus PEN E-PL8

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 Olympus PEN E-PL8 isn't really a new camera, but it's still a solid option if you're invested in the Micro Four Thirds system and want a small camera at a relatively low cost. Shoppers without an investment in lenses can do a bit better, however....

By Sam Spencer

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...

No significant changes from predecessor ; No 4K video recording option ; Limited touch screen capabilities ; Menu organization is poor ; Control buttons on back of PL8 are too small to use comfortably ; Almost too many art effect modes; can become...

The Olympus PEN E-PL8 is a fun camera that's aimed at those migrating from smartphone cameras to a dedicated digital camera. With a host of special effect options and sub-options, you can create some really cool and unique photos. And when you want to...

Once we receive a Olympus PEN E-PL8 review copy we will put this mirrorless system camera to the test. For now, Olympus published a series of PEN E-PL8 sample pictures to evaluate the image quality of this camera yourself. The pictures are taken with...

Like every PEN, the E-PL8 is compatible with Olympus’ ever-expanding family of high-grade M.ZUIKO system lenses , as well as the outstanding PEN Fashion Accessories , which offer a wide range of Shoulder Straps, Hand Straps or different bags for every...

In terms of image quality and performance, there’s been no significant improvement or upgrade made to the Olympus E-PL8 when compared to the E-PL7, so if you already have one of those cameras it’s unlikely you’ll be wanting to rush out to buy the newer...

The E-PM line, which was Olympus' "mini" version of this E-PL "lite" line, appears to now be a thing of the past, leaving this as the last of the sleeker, simpler PEN lines here in the digital era. Given the style, attractive form factor and precision...

The strongest competitors are the Sony Alpha A6000 , with fast continuous shooting at 11fps and built-in EVF, the Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark II with 5-axis IS and built-in EVF, and the Panasonic Lumix GX80 with 5-axis IS and built-in EVF. However, if you...