Olympus E-PM1 vs Sigma Quattro H
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Olympus E-PM1 vs Sigma Quattro H Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 265g - 110 x 64 x 34mm
- Released November 2011
- Renewed by Olympus E-PM2
(Full Review)
- 45MP - APS-H Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sigma SA Mount
- n/ag - 147 x 95 x 91mm
- Revealed February 2016
Olympus E-PM1 vs Sigma Quattro H Overview
Following is a comprehensive comparison of the Olympus E-PM1 and Sigma Quattro H, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Sigma. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the E-PM1 (12MP) and Quattro H (45MP) and the E-PM1 (Four Thirds) and Quattro H (APS-H) come with different sensor sizes.
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe E-PM1 was introduced 5 years earlier than the Quattro H which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the E-PM1 matches up versus the Quattro H in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus E-PM1 vs Sigma Quattro H Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-PM1 & Sigma sd Quattro H. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PM1 Gallery & Sigma Quattro H Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PM1 over the Sigma Quattro H
E-PM1 | Quattro H |
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Reasons to pick Sigma Quattro H over the Olympus E-PM1
Quattro H | E-PM1 | |||
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Revealed | February 2016 | November 2011 | More modern by 51 months | |
Display resolution | 1620k | 460k | Crisper display (+1160k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus E-PM1 and Sigma Quattro H
E-PM1 | Quattro H | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Olympus E-PM1 vs Sigma Quattro H Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus E-PM1 enjoys exterior dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs) and the Sigma Quattro H has sizing of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Examine the Olympus E-PM1 and Sigma Quattro H in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the E-PM1 compared to the Quattro H.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-PM1 and Quattro H is 89 and 78 respectively.
Olympus E-PM1 vs Sigma Quattro H Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizes only by seeing specs. The picture underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the E-PM1 and Quattro H.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The E-PM1 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Sigma Quattro H will show more detail using its extra 33 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged E-PM1 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
Olympus E-PM1 vs Sigma Quattro H Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus E-PM1 vs Sigma Quattro H Specifications
Olympus PEN E-PM1 | Sigma sd Quattro H | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Sigma |
Model type | Olympus PEN E-PM1 | Sigma sd Quattro H |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Released | 2011-11-23 | 2016-02-23 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic VI | Dual TRUE III |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-H |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 26.6 x 17.9mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 476.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 45MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 6200 x 4152 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 35 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | Sigma SA |
Total lenses | 107 | 76 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 1.4 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 1,620 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | HyperCrystal LCD AR(Anti-Reflective) coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,360 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames per sec | 3.8 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/160s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | - |
Video file format | AVCHD, Motion JPEG | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 265 grams (0.58 pounds) | - |
Dimensions | 110 x 64 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 147 x 95 x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 52 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 499 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | 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 | One | One |
Launch pricing | $499 | $1,134 |