Olympus TG-610 vs Sigma DP1x

Here, we are analyzing the Olympus TG-610 and Sigma DP1x, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Sigma. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the TG-610 (14MP) and DP1x (5MP) and the TG-610 (1/2.3") and DP1x (APS-C) posses different sensor sizes.

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The TG-610 was launched 11 months after the DP1x which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus TG-610 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the TG-610 matches up against the DP1x for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus TG-610 & Sigma DP1x. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-610 Gallery & Sigma DP1x Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-610 features physical measurements of 96mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Sigma DP1x has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the TG-610 vs the DP1x.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-610 and DP1x is 93 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes simply by checking technical specs. The picture underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-610 and DP1x.

As you have seen, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The TG-610 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Olympus TG-610 will resolve more detail utilizing its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern TG-610 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.