Olympus E-PM2 vs Sigma fp L
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Olympus E-PM2 vs Sigma fp L Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 269g - 110 x 64 x 34mm
- Released May 2013
- Older Model is Olympus E-PM1
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Push to 102400)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 427g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
- Launched March 2021
- Old Model is Sigma fp
Olympus E-PM2 vs Sigma fp L Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Olympus E-PM2 vs Sigma fp L, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Sigma. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the E-PM2 (16MP) and fp L (61MP) and the E-PM2 (Four Thirds) and fp L (Full frame) provide different sensor sizes.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe E-PM2 was revealed 8 years earlier than the fp L which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the E-PM2 scores vs the fp L for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus E-PM2 vs Sigma fp L Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PM2 and Sigma fp L. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-PM2 Gallery and Sigma fp L Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PM2 over the Sigma fp L
E-PM2 | fp L |
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Reasons to pick Sigma fp L over the Olympus E-PM2
fp L | E-PM2 | |||
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Launched | March 2021 | May 2013 | More modern by 95 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 2100k | 460k | Crisper screen (+1640k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus E-PM2 and Sigma fp L
E-PM2 | fp L | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Olympus E-PM2 vs Sigma fp L Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-PM2 offers physical measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Sigma fp L has proportions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).
See the Olympus E-PM2 vs Sigma fp L in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the E-PM2 vs the fp L.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-PM2 and fp L is 89 and 83 respectively.
Olympus E-PM2 vs Sigma fp L Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading through specs. The pic here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the E-PM2 and fp L.
All in all, each of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The E-PM2 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Sigma fp L will give you extra detail because of its extra 45 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged E-PM2 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
Olympus E-PM2 vs Sigma fp L Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus E-PM2 vs Sigma fp L Specifications
Olympus PEN E-PM2 | Sigma fp L | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Sigma |
Model type | Olympus PEN E-PM2 | Sigma fp L |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Released | 2013-05-21 | 2021-03-25 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 61 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 9520 x 6328 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 102400 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 6 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 35 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | Leica L |
Total lenses | 107 | 40 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3.2 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 2,100k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 3,680k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.83x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (bundled FL-LM1) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/250s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes (USB Power Delivery supported) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 269g (0.59 lb) | 427g (0.94 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 64 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 72 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 932 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 images | 240 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BLS-5 | BP-51 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $448 | $2,499 |