Olympus E-PL8 vs Sigma fp

Let's examine more in depth at the Olympus E-PL8 versus Sigma fp, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Sigma. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the E-PL8 (16MP) and fp (25MP) and the E-PL8 (Four Thirds) and fp (Full frame) feature different sensor measurements.

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The E-PL8 was revealed 3 years prior to the fp which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick overview of how the E-PL8 grades vs the fp in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-PL8 & Sigma fp. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PL8 Gallery & Sigma fp Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-PL8 provides exterior dimensions of 115mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 357 grams (0.79 lbs) while the Sigma fp has measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the E-PL8 versus the fp.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL8 and fp is 86 and 84 respectively.

Often, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions merely by looking through technical specs. The image here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-PL8 and fp.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The E-PL8 using its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Sigma fp will result in greater detail because of its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged E-PL8 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.