Olympus PEN-F vs Sigma fp L
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Olympus PEN-F vs Sigma fp L Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 427g - 125 x 72 x 37mm
- Launched January 2016
(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
- Announced March 2021
- Replaced the Sigma fp
Olympus PEN-F vs Sigma fp L Overview
In this article, we will be comparing the Olympus PEN-F versus Sigma fp L, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by rivals Olympus and Sigma. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the PEN-F (20MP) and fp L (61MP) and the PEN-F (Four Thirds) and fp L (Full frame) possess totally different sensor measurements.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe PEN-F was brought out 6 years before the fp L which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the PEN-F grades vs the fp L with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus PEN-F vs Sigma fp L Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN-F and Sigma fp L. The entire galleries are available at Olympus PEN-F Gallery and Sigma fp L Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus PEN-F over the Sigma fp L
PEN-F | fp L | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Sigma fp L over the Olympus PEN-F
fp L | PEN-F | |||
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Announced | March 2021 | January 2016 | More modern by 62 months | |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 2100k | 1037k | Clearer screen (+1063k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus PEN-F and Sigma fp L
PEN-F | fp L | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Olympus PEN-F vs Sigma fp L Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus PEN-F has outside measurements of 125mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.5") having a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Sigma fp L has sizing of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).
Compare the Olympus PEN-F versus Sigma fp L in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the PEN-F versus the fp L.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the PEN-F and fp L is 84 and 83 respectively.
Olympus PEN-F vs Sigma fp L Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes simply by looking through specifications. The pic below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the PEN-F and fp L.
Plainly, both of those cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The PEN-F due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the Sigma fp L will result in greater detail having its extra 41MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged PEN-F will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
Olympus PEN-F vs Sigma fp L Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus PEN-F vs Sigma fp L Specifications
Olympus PEN-F | Sigma fp L | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Sigma |
Model type | Olympus PEN-F | Sigma fp L |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Launched | 2016-01-27 | 2021-03-25 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic VII | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 61 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 9520 x 6328 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 102400 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 80 | 6 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 81 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | Leica L |
Number of lenses | 107 | 40 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3.2 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,037 thousand dots | 2,100 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | 3,680 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | 0.83x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Flash Auto, Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync (1st curtain), Slow sync (1st curtain), Slow sync (2nd curtain) | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) | 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 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes (USB Power Delivery supported) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 427g (0.94 pounds) | 427g (0.94 pounds) |
Dimensions | 125 x 72 x 37mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.5") | 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 74 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.1 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.4 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 894 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 pictures | 240 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BLN-1 | BP-51 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $1,000 | $2,499 |