Olympus E-PL1s vs Sigma SD9
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Olympus E-PL1s vs Sigma SD9 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 334g - 115 x 72 x 42mm
- Revealed November 2010
- Succeeded the Olympus E-PL1
- Successor is Olympus E-PL2
(Full Review)
- 3MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 400
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 950g - 152 x 120 x 79mm
- Launched November 2002
- Refreshed by Sigma SD10
Olympus E-PL1s vs Sigma SD9 Overview
Below is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus E-PL1s vs Sigma SD9, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Olympus and Sigma. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the E-PL1s (12MP) and SD9 (3MP) and the E-PL1s (Four Thirds) and SD9 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor measurements.
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe E-PL1s was announced 8 years later than the SD9 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-PL1s being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma SD9 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the E-PL1s scores against the SD9 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus E-PL1s vs Sigma SD9 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-PL1s & Sigma SD9. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PL1s Gallery & Sigma SD9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL1s over the Sigma SD9
E-PL1s | SD9 | |||
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Launched | November 2010 | November 2002 | More recent by 98 months | |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | 1.8" | Larger display (+0.9") | |
Display resolution | 230k | 130k | Sharper display (+100k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD9 over the Olympus E-PL1s
SD9 | E-PL1s |
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Common features in the Olympus E-PL1s and Sigma SD9
E-PL1s | SD9 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Missing Touch friendly display |
Olympus E-PL1s vs Sigma SD9 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Olympus E-PL1s has external dimensions of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") and a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Sigma SD9 has specifications of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") having a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).
Check the Olympus E-PL1s vs Sigma SD9 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the E-PL1s against the SD9.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL1s and SD9 is 86 and 54 respectively.
Olympus E-PL1s vs Sigma SD9 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements only by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the E-PL1s and SD9.
As you can see, both the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The E-PL1s using its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Olympus E-PL1s will render extra detail with its extra 9MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos more aggressively. The newer E-PL1s is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Olympus E-PL1s vs Sigma SD9 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-PL1s | Sigma SD9 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Sigma |
Model | Olympus PEN E-PL1s | Sigma SD9 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2010-11-16 | 2002-11-26 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Truepic V | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 3 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 2268 x 1512 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | Sigma SA |
Total lenses | 107 | 76 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 1.8 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 130k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | HyperCrystal LCD AR (Anti-Reflective) coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 98 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.77x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/6000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 10.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/160s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 334 grams (0.74 pounds) | 950 grams (2.09 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 115 x 72 x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") | 152 x 120 x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 290 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BLS-1 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC | Compact Flash Type I or II |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $599 | $3,001 |