Olympus E-PL2 vs Sigma fp

Let's take a closer look at the Olympus E-PL2 and Sigma fp, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Sigma. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the E-PL2 (12MP) and fp (25MP) and the E-PL2 (Four Thirds) and fp (Full frame) have totally different sensor sizes.

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The E-PL2 was released 9 years before the fp which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the E-PL2 scores against the fp in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-PL2 and Sigma fp. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PL2 Gallery and Sigma fp Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-PL2 enjoys exterior dimensions of 114mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") along with a weight of 362 grams (0.80 lbs) while the Sigma fp has measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).

See the Olympus E-PL2 and Sigma fp in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the E-PL2 versus the fp.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL2 and fp is 85 and 84 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by checking out a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-PL2 and fp.

Clearly, both of those cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The E-PL2 featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Sigma fp will show greater detail as a result of its extra 13MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged E-PL2 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.