Olympus E-PL6 vs Sigma Quattro
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Olympus E-PL6 vs Sigma Quattro Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 325g - 111 x 64 x 38mm
- Launched August 2014
- Replacement is Olympus E-PL7
(Full Review)
- 29MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sigma SA Mount
- 625g - 147 x 95 x 91mm
- Launched February 2016
Olympus E-PL6 vs Sigma Quattro Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Olympus E-PL6 versus Sigma Quattro, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Sigma. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the E-PL6 (16MP) and Quattro (29MP) and the E-PL6 (Four Thirds) and Quattro (APS-C) have totally different sensor measurements.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe E-PL6 was introduced 19 months prior to the Quattro which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the E-PL6 grades vs the Quattro for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus E-PL6 vs Sigma Quattro Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PL6 & Sigma sd Quattro. The whole galleries are available at Olympus E-PL6 Gallery & Sigma Quattro Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL6 over the Sigma Quattro
E-PL6 | Quattro | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sigma Quattro over the Olympus E-PL6
Quattro | E-PL6 | |||
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Launched | February 2016 | August 2014 | Fresher by 19 months | |
Screen resolution | 1620k | 460k | Crisper screen (+1160k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus E-PL6 and Sigma Quattro
E-PL6 | Quattro | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurements |
Olympus E-PL6 vs Sigma Quattro Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus E-PL6 provides external measurements of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) while the Sigma Quattro has sizing of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") having a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).
Look at the Olympus E-PL6 versus Sigma Quattro in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the E-PL6 and the Quattro.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-PL6 and Quattro is 88 and 63 respectively.
Olympus E-PL6 vs Sigma Quattro Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing only by reviewing technical specs. The photograph below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PL6 and Quattro.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The E-PL6 with its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Sigma Quattro will offer more detail using its extra 13 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The older E-PL6 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
Olympus E-PL6 vs Sigma Quattro Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus E-PL6 vs Sigma Quattro Specifications
Olympus PEN E-PL6 | Sigma sd Quattro | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Sigma |
Model | Olympus PEN E-PL6 | Sigma sd Quattro |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Launched | 2014-08-01 | 2016-02-23 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic VI | Dual TRUE III |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 29 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5424 x 3616 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 35 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | Sigma SA |
Number of lenses | 107 | 76 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 1,620k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,360k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0fps | 3.8fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (bundled FL-LM1) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | - |
Video file format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 325 gr (0.72 pounds) | 625 gr (1.38 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 64 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 147 x 95 x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BLS-5 | BP-61 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $300 | $738 |