Olympus E-PL1 vs Panasonic FP8
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Olympus E-PL1 vs Panasonic FP8 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 334g - 115 x 72 x 42mm
- Launched May 2010
- Renewed by Olympus E-PL1s
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 151g - 96 x 60 x 20mm
- Released July 2009

Olympus E-PL1 vs Panasonic FP8 Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Olympus E-PL1 versus Panasonic FP8, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the E-PL1 (12MP) and the FP8 (12MP) is pretty similar but the E-PL1 (Four Thirds) and FP8 (1/2.3") provide different sensor size.

The E-PL1 was launched 10 months after the FP8 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-PL1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FP8 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the E-PL1 grades versus the FP8 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus E-PL1 vs Panasonic FP8 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-PL1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-PL1 Gallery and Panasonic FP8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL1 over the Panasonic FP8
E-PL1 | FP8 | |||
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Released | May 2010 | ![]() | July 2009 | More modern by 10 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP8 over the Olympus E-PL1
FP8 | E-PL1 |
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Common features in the Olympus E-PL1 and Panasonic FP8
E-PL1 | FP8 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Olympus E-PL1 vs Panasonic FP8 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus E-PL1 offers external measurements of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP8 has sizing of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).
Look at the Olympus E-PL1 versus Panasonic FP8 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the E-PL1 compared to the FP8.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL1 and FP8 is 86 and 95 respectively.

Olympus E-PL1 vs Panasonic FP8 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading specifications. The picture underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PL1 and FP8.
To sum up, both of the cameras come with the identical megapixel count albeit different sensor sizes. The E-PL1 features the bigger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow depth of field simpler. The more recent E-PL1 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Olympus E-PL1 vs Panasonic FP8 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus E-PL1 vs Panasonic FP8 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-PL1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus PEN E-PL1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2010-05-17 | 2009-07-27 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Truepic V | Venus Engine V |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Available lenses | 107 | - |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | HyperCrystal LCD AR (Anti-Reflective) coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.00 m | 5.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/160 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 334 gr (0.74 lb) | 151 gr (0.33 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 115 x 72 x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") | 96 x 60 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 54 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 487 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 290 photographs | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | BLS-1 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $288 | $300 |