Olympus E-P2 vs Sigma DP2x

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Olympus E-P2 vs Sigma DP2x, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Sigma. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the E-P2 (12MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the E-P2 (Four Thirds) and DP2x (APS-C) feature totally different sensor size.

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The E-P2 was revealed 9 months prior to the DP2x so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-P2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the E-P2 matches up versus the DP2x when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-P2 and Sigma DP2x. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-P2 Gallery and Sigma DP2x Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus E-P2 has got outer dimensions of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Sigma DP2x has sizing of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-P2 vs Sigma DP2x in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the E-P2 against the DP2x.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the E-P2 and DP2x is 86 and 86 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking specifications. The graphic underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-P2 and DP2x.

To sum up, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The E-P2 using its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Olympus E-P2 will give you extra detail because of its extra 7MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The older E-P2 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.