Olympus FE-45 vs Sigma DP2

Below is a extended overview of the Olympus FE-45 and Sigma DP2, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Sigma. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the FE-45 (10MP) and DP2 (5MP) and the FE-45 (1/2.3") and DP2 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The FE-45 was manufactured 8 months before the DP2 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus FE-45 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the FE-45 scores against the DP2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-45 and Sigma DP2. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-45 Gallery and Sigma DP2 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-45 features outside dimensions of 94mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2 has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the FE-45 compared to the DP2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FE-45 and DP2 is 95 and 86 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements simply by researching a spec sheet. The photograph here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-45 and DP2.

Clearly, the two cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The FE-45 featuring a smaller sensor will make getting bokeh more difficult and the Olympus FE-45 will render greater detail due to its extra 5MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older FE-45 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.