Olympus 6000 vs Sigma fp

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Olympus 6000 versus Sigma fp, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Sigma. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the 6000 (10MP) and fp (25MP) and the 6000 (1/2.3") and fp (Full frame) possess different sensor sizes.

Photography Glossary

The 6000 was released 11 years earlier than the fp which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 6000 being a Compact camera and the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise overview of how the 6000 scores vs the fp in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 and Sigma fp. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus 6000 Gallery and Sigma fp Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus 6000 enjoys external measurements of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Sigma fp has specifications of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).

Check the Olympus 6000 versus Sigma fp in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the 6000 vs the fp.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the 6000 and fp is 94 and 84 respectively.

Often, it is hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions only by checking specs. The picture underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the 6000 and fp.

All in all, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 6000 due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Sigma fp will resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 15MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged 6000 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.