Olympus E-PL6 vs Sigma fp L

On this page, we are comparing the Olympus E-PL6 versus Sigma fp L, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Sigma. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the E-PL6 (16MP) and fp L (61MP) and the E-PL6 (Four Thirds) and fp L (Full frame) posses different sensor dimensions.

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The E-PL6 was revealed 7 years earlier than the fp L which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the E-PL6 scores vs the fp L with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-PL6 and Sigma fp L. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-PL6 Gallery and Sigma fp L Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus E-PL6 provides physical measurements of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) and the Sigma fp L has specifications of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

See the Olympus E-PL6 versus Sigma fp L in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the E-PL6 compared to the fp L.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL6 and fp L is 88 and 83 respectively.

Often, its difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes simply by looking at technical specs. The picture underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PL6 and fp L.

As you have seen, both cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The E-PL6 with its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh more challenging and the Sigma fp L will give you extra detail because of its extra 45 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged E-PL6 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.