Olympus E-30 vs Sigma SD14

Here, we will be evaluating the Olympus E-30 and Sigma SD14, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Sigma. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the E-30 (12MP) and SD14 (5MP) and the E-30 (Four Thirds) and SD14 (APS-C) have totally different sensor measurements.

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The E-30 was unveiled 2 years later than the SD14 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the E-30 scores against the SD14 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus E-30 & Sigma SD14. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-30 Gallery & Sigma SD14 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-30 has outer measurements of 142mm x 108mm x 75mm (5.6" x 4.3" x 3.0") having a weight of 695 grams (1.53 lbs) and the Sigma SD14 has proportions of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") along with a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the E-30 against the SD14.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the E-30 and SD14 is 60 and 59 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing only by reading through specifications. The graphic below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the E-30 and SD14.

Plainly, both of those cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The E-30 having a tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF trickier and the Olympus E-30 will resolve extra detail having an extra 7MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The fresher E-30 will have an advantage in sensor tech.