Olympus E-PL8 User Manual

Table of Contents
Quick task index
1. Preparation
2. Shooting
3. Playback
4. Menu functions
5.
Connecting the camera to a
smartphone
6.
Connecting the camera to a
computer and a printer
7. Cautions
8. Information
9. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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Instruction Manual
DIGITAL CAMERA
Model No.: IM001

Olympus E-PL8 Specifications

General

Sensor Type	Live MOS
Image Processor	TruePic VII
Autofocus System	Contrast-detect AF
LCD Screen	3.0-inch Tilting Touchscreen
LCD Resolution	1, 037, 000 dots
Built-in Flash	Yes
Connectivity	Wi-Fi
Battery	BLS-50 Lithium-Ion Battery
Camera Type	Mirrorless
Lens Mount	Micro Four Thirds
Continuous Shooting	8.5 fps
Image Stabilization	3-Axis In-Body Image Stabilization
File Formats	JPEG, RAW
Battery Life	350 shots (CIPA standard)
Effective Pixels	16.1 MP
ISO Sensitivity	ISO 200-25600
Video Recording	Full HD 1920 x 1080
Dimensions	117.1 x 68.3 x 38.4 mm
Sensor Size	17.3 x 13.0 mm
Shutter Speed	1/4000 to 60 sec

Summary

Preparation

Charging and inserting the battery

Instructions for charging the camera battery and inserting it into the compartment.

Power on

Shooting

Shooting still pictures

Recording movies

Using a flash (flash photography)

Menu functions

Basic menu operations

Using Shooting Menu 1/Shooting Menu 2

Overview of the shooting menus for configuring camera settings.

Formatting the card (Card Setup)

Varying settings over a series of photographs (bracketing)

Cautions

Battery and charger

Important information regarding the use, charging, and handling of the camera's battery and charger.

Usable cards

Interchangeable lenses

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

General Precautions

Essential safety guidelines for product usage, handling, and environment.

FCC Notice

Olympus Americas Limited Warranty

Details of the product's limited warranty terms, coverage, and exclusions.