Olympus E-1 vs Sigma DP2x

Here is a extensive overview of the Olympus E-1 and Sigma DP2x, one being a Pro DSLR and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Sigma. The resolution of the E-1 (5MP) and the DP2x (5MP) is pretty comparable but the E-1 (Four Thirds) and DP2x (APS-C) provide different sensor size.

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The E-1 was launched 8 years prior to the DP2x and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-1 being a Large SLR camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the E-1 matches up against the DP2x in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus E-1 and Sigma DP2x. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-1 Gallery and Sigma DP2x Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus E-1 provides outside dimensions of 141mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") and a weight of 735 grams (1.62 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2x has sizing of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

See the Olympus E-1 and Sigma DP2x in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the E-1 vs the DP2x.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the E-1 and DP2x is 59 and 86 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing merely by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the E-1 and DP2x.

As you can see, both of the cameras have the same MP albeit different sensor sizing. The E-1 features the smaller sensor which should make getting shallow depth of field more difficult. The older E-1 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.