Olympus E-510 vs Olympus E-PL8
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Olympus E-510 vs Olympus E-PL8 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 490g - 136 x 92 x 68mm
- Launched November 2007
- Additionally referred to as EVOLT E-510
- Previous Model is Olympus E-500
- Updated by Olympus E-520
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 357g - 115 x 67 x 38mm
- Launched September 2016
- Succeeded the Olympus E-PL7
- Refreshed by Olympus E-PL9

Olympus E-510 vs Olympus E-PL8 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Olympus E-510 vs Olympus E-PL8, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both built by Olympus. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the E-510 (10MP) and E-PL8 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (Four Thirds).

The E-510 was manufactured 9 years before the E-PL8 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-510 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Olympus E-PL8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the E-510 grades versus the E-PL8 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus E-510 vs Olympus E-PL8 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus E-510 and Olympus PEN E-PL8. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-510 Gallery and Olympus E-PL8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-510 over the Olympus E-PL8
E-510 | E-PL8 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL8 over the Olympus E-510
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Launched | September 2016 | ![]() | November 2007 | More modern by 107 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+807k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Olympus E-510 and Olympus E-PL8
E-510 | E-PL8 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Olympus E-510 vs Olympus E-PL8 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus E-510 enjoys physical dimensions of 136mm x 92mm x 68mm (5.4" x 3.6" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 490 grams (1.08 lbs) and the Olympus E-PL8 has sizing of 115mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 357 grams (0.79 lbs).
Compare the Olympus E-510 vs Olympus E-PL8 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the E-510 versus the E-PL8.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-510 and E-PL8 is 69 and 86 respectively.

Olympus E-510 vs Olympus E-PL8 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by checking out specifications. The image underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the E-510 and E-PL8.
Plainly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Olympus E-PL8 to provide extra detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged E-510 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Olympus E-510 vs Olympus E-PL8 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus E-510 vs Olympus E-PL8 Specifications
Olympus E-510 | Olympus PEN E-PL8 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Olympus |
Model | Olympus E-510 | Olympus PEN E-PL8 |
Also called as | EVOLT E-510 | - |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2007-11-23 | 2016-09-19 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | TruePic VII |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW images | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 3 | 81 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 45 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 1,037 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.46x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, Auto FP, Manual, Red-Eye | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 490g (1.08 pounds) | 357g (0.79 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 136 x 92 x 68mm (5.4" x 3.6" x 2.7") | 115 x 67 x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 52 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.2 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.0 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 442 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 350 images |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | Compact Flash (Type I or II), xD Picture Card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $550 | $500 |