Olympus E-M1 III vs Sigma DP2

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Olympus E-M1 III versus Sigma DP2, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Sigma. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the E-M1 III (20MP) and DP2 (5MP) and the E-M1 III (Four Thirds) and DP2 (APS-C) use different sensor sizes.

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The E-M1 III was released 10 years after the DP2 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-M1 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the E-M1 III grades versus the DP2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III and Sigma DP2. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M1 III Gallery and Sigma DP2 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-M1 III provides exterior measurements of 134mm x 91mm x 69mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.7") and a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2 has dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus E-M1 III versus Sigma DP2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the E-M1 III vs the DP2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the E-M1 III and DP2 is 67 and 86 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions simply by researching specifications. The picture underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M1 III and DP2.

Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The E-M1 III featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Olympus E-M1 III will provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 15MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent E-M1 III provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.