Olympus PEN-F vs Sigma Quattro

Here is a in depth assessment of the Olympus PEN-F and Sigma Quattro, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by competitors Olympus and Sigma. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the PEN-F (20MP) and Quattro (29MP) and the PEN-F (Four Thirds) and Quattro (APS-C) have totally different sensor size.

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The PEN-F was revealed around the same time to the Quattro which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a short summary of how the PEN-F scores vs the Quattro in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN-F and Sigma sd Quattro. The full galleries are provided at Olympus PEN-F Gallery and Sigma Quattro Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus PEN-F enjoys outer 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 Quattro has measurements of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") and a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).

Check the Olympus PEN-F and Sigma Quattro in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the PEN-F against the Quattro.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the PEN-F and Quattro is 84 and 63 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by looking through specs. The photograph underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the PEN-F and Quattro.

All in all, both cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The PEN-F using its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Sigma Quattro will render extra detail because of its extra 9MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively.