Olympus TG-4 vs Sigma fp L

The following is a thorough review of the Olympus TG-4 versus Sigma fp L, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Sigma. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the TG-4 (16MP) and fp L (61MP) and the TG-4 (1/2.3") and fp L (Full frame) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The TG-4 was revealed 7 years prior to the fp L which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-4 being a Compact camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the TG-4 matches up against the fp L in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-4 and Sigma fp L. The full galleries are available at Olympus TG-4 Gallery and Sigma fp L Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-4 comes with exterior dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sigma fp L has measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

Look at the Olympus TG-4 versus Sigma fp L in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the TG-4 vs the fp L.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-4 and fp L is 90 and 83 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions simply by checking specs. The picture underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-4 and fp L.

All in all, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The TG-4 using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Sigma fp L will resolve extra detail because of its extra 45MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged TG-4 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.