Olympus E-P3 vs Sigma fp

On this page, we will be comparing the Olympus E-P3 vs Sigma fp, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Sigma. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the E-P3 (12MP) and fp (25MP) and the E-P3 (Four Thirds) and fp (Full frame) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The E-P3 was launched 9 years before the fp and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a concise summation of how the E-P3 scores against the fp for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-P3 & Sigma fp. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-P3 Gallery & Sigma fp Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-P3 offers physical measurements of 122mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 369 grams (0.81 lbs) and the Sigma fp has dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") and a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the E-P3 and the fp.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-P3 and fp is 86 and 84 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing technical specs. The visual here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the E-P3 and fp.

As you can tell, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The E-P3 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult and the Sigma fp will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 13 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The older E-P3 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.