Olympus E-PL3 vs Sigma fp

Below, we are matching up the Olympus E-PL3 and Sigma fp, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Sigma. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the E-PL3 (12MP) and fp (25MP) and the E-PL3 (Four Thirds) and fp (Full frame) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-PL3 was announced 8 years before the fp and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the E-PL3 matches up against the fp in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-PL3 and Sigma fp. The whole galleries are available at Olympus E-PL3 Gallery and Sigma fp Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus E-PL3 provides physical measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) whilst the Sigma fp has sizing of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") and a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-PL3 and Sigma fp in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the E-PL3 compared to the fp.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the E-PL3 and fp is 88 and 84 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing specifications. The visual underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PL3 and fp.

Plainly, both of those cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The E-PL3 with its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh trickier and the Sigma fp will provide you with extra detail with its extra 13 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The older E-PL3 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.