Olympus TG-4 vs Sigma DP1s

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Olympus TG-4 and Sigma DP1s, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Sigma. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the TG-4 (16MP) and DP1s (5MP) and the TG-4 (1/2.3") and DP1s (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The TG-4 was announced 5 years after the DP1s which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-4 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the TG-4 grades against the DP1s with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-4 and Sigma DP1s. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus TG-4 Gallery and Sigma DP1s Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus TG-4 has physical dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") along with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP1s has specifications of 109mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the TG-4 against the DP1s.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the TG-4 and DP1s is 90 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes merely by going over specs. The image underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-4 and DP1s.

All in all, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The TG-4 having a tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Olympus TG-4 will offer more detail with its extra 11 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher TG-4 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.