Olympus E-P1 vs Sigma Quattro

Following is a extended comparison of the Olympus E-P1 and Sigma Quattro, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Sigma. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the E-P1 (12MP) and Quattro (29MP) and the E-P1 (Four Thirds) and Quattro (APS-C) provide totally different sensor size.

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The E-P1 was launched 7 years prior to the Quattro which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a short highlight of how the E-P1 scores against the Quattro in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-P1 & Sigma sd Quattro. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-P1 Gallery & Sigma Quattro Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus E-P1 comes with outer dimensions of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") having a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Sigma Quattro has sizing of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") with a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-P1 and Sigma Quattro in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the E-P1 against the Quattro.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-P1 and Quattro is 86 and 63 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes merely by going through specs. The pic underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-P1 and Quattro.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The E-P1 because of its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh harder and the Sigma Quattro will provide greater detail utilizing its extra 17MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics more aggressively. The more aged E-P1 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.