Olympus E-30 vs Sigma SD15

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Olympus E-30 and Sigma SD15, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by brands Olympus and Sigma. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the E-30 (12MP) and SD15 (5MP) and the E-30 (Four Thirds) and SD15 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The E-30 was released 11 months earlier than the SD15 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick summary of how the E-30 grades against the SD15 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus E-30 and Sigma SD15. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-30 Gallery and Sigma SD15 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus E-30 has got exterior measurements of 142mm x 108mm x 75mm (5.6" x 4.3" x 3.0") and a weight of 695 grams (1.53 lbs) and the Sigma SD15 has specifications of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") with a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-30 and Sigma SD15 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the E-30 vs the SD15.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-30 and SD15 is 60 and 59 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to see the difference between sensor sizes only by reading through a spec sheet. The picture here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the E-30 and SD15.

As you can see, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The E-30 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Olympus E-30 will give extra detail as a result of its extra 7MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged E-30 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.