Olympus E-PM1 vs Sigma fp

On this page, we will be contrasting the Olympus E-PM1 versus Sigma fp, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Sigma. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the E-PM1 (12MP) and fp (25MP) and the E-PM1 (Four Thirds) and fp (Full frame) provide totally different sensor sizing.

Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music video

The E-PM1 was introduced 8 years earlier than the fp and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the E-PM1 matches up versus the fp in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-PM1 and Sigma fp. The whole galleries are available at Olympus E-PM1 Gallery and Sigma fp Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus E-PM1 offers exterior measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs) and the Sigma fp has specifications of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") and a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-PM1 versus Sigma fp in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the E-PM1 and the fp.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the E-PM1 and fp is 89 and 84 respectively.

Often, it is hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements merely by seeing technical specs. The visual here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the E-PM1 and fp.

As you can tell, both cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The E-PM1 having a smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF tougher and the Sigma fp will provide more detail using its extra 13MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older E-PM1 will be behind in sensor innovation.