Olympus E-PL8 — Menu Guide for Beginners
Where to find every setting on your Olympus E-PL8.
Menu Paths
| Setting | Menu Path | Quick Access |
|---|---|---|
| ISO | MENU → Camera Settings 1 → ISO | Fn button → select ISO |
| Aperture | MENU → Camera Settings 1 → Aperture | — |
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Tips
ISO
The E-PL8 allows you to set a custom ISO range, so adjust it in the ISO menu for better control in varying light conditions.
Aperture
Use the front command dial to adjust aperture quickly while composing your shot.
The Olympus E-PL8 features a tilting touchscreen, making it easy to shoot from low or high angles. Use this to your advantage for creative compositions without awkward body positions.
Activate Focus Peaking on the Olympus E-PL8 to assist with manual focusing. This feature highlights the in-focus areas in the viewfinder, helping you achieve sharp focus, especially useful in portrait and bokeh shots.
The E-PL8's Art Filters provide creative effects directly in-camera. Experiment with filters like 'Dramatic Tone' for moody street scenes or 'Pop Art' for vibrant colors in sunset shots.
The Olympus E-PL8's Super Control Panel gives you quick access to essential settings without diving into menus. Customize it to display your most-used settings for faster adjustments during a shoot.
Use the built-in 3-axis image stabilization of the E-PL8 to shoot handheld in low-light conditions. This feature helps reduce blur from camera shake, making it ideal for night and indoor photography.
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