Olympus E-PL1s vs Sigma fp

In this article, we are analyzing the Olympus E-PL1s vs Sigma fp, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Sigma. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the E-PL1s (12MP) and fp (25MP) and the E-PL1s (Four Thirds) and fp (Full frame) enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The E-PL1s was unveiled 9 years before the fp which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the E-PL1s scores against the fp with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-PL1s & Sigma fp. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PL1s Gallery & Sigma fp Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-PL1s comes with external dimensions of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") along with a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Sigma fp has dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).

Look at the Olympus E-PL1s vs Sigma fp in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the E-PL1s versus the fp.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the E-PL1s and fp is 86 and 84 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions just by going through specifications. The pic here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the E-PL1s and fp.

To sum up, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The E-PL1s using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh tougher and the Sigma fp will provide extra detail having an extra 13 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged E-PL1s will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.