Olympus 8010 vs Sigma DP1

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Olympus 8010 versus Sigma DP1, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Sigma. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the 8010 (13MP) and DP1 (5MP) and the 8010 (1/2.3") and DP1 (APS-C) come with different sensor measurements.

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The 8010 was brought out 21 months after the DP1 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 8010 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise overview of how the 8010 grades versus the DP1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 and Sigma DP1. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus 8010 Gallery and Sigma DP1 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus 8010 comes with exterior measurements of 98mm x 64mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sigma DP1 has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") and a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the 8010 vs the DP1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the 8010 and DP1 is 92 and 87 respectively.

Often, it is tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic below may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 8010 and DP1.

Clearly, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 8010 due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh tougher and the Olympus 8010 will deliver extra detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The fresher 8010 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.