Olympus E-PL2 vs Sigma Quattro

Here is a complete analysis of the Olympus E-PL2 and Sigma Quattro, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Sigma. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the E-PL2 (12MP) and Quattro (29MP) and the E-PL2 (Four Thirds) and Quattro (APS-C) come with different sensor sizes.

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The E-PL2 was unveiled 6 years earlier than the Quattro and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short overview of how the E-PL2 matches up against the Quattro when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-PL2 and Sigma sd Quattro. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-PL2 Gallery and Sigma Quattro Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you should factor its weight and size. The Olympus E-PL2 provides external measurements of 114mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") with a weight of 362 grams (0.80 lbs) whilst the Sigma Quattro has specifications of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") having a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).

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

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the E-PL2 against the Quattro.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the E-PL2 and Quattro is 85 and 63 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing technical specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PL2 and Quattro.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The E-PL2 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Sigma Quattro will provide you with greater detail having an extra 17MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The older E-PL2 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.