Canon M vs Sigma fp
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Canon M vs Sigma fp Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 298g - 109 x 66 x 32mm
- Released July 2012
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Push to 102400)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 422g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
- Introduced July 2019
- Replacement is Sigma fp L
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On this page, we are contrasting the Canon M and Sigma fp, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Sigma. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the M (18MP) and fp (25MP) and the M (APS-C) and fp (Full frame) provide totally different sensor measurements.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe M was brought out 8 years before the fp which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the M matches up against the fp with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS M & Sigma fp. The entire galleries are available at Canon M Gallery & Sigma fp Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M over the Sigma fp
| M | fp |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sigma fp over the Canon M
| fp | M | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | July 2019 | July 2012 | More modern by 84 months | |
| Display dimensions | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
| Display resolution | 2100k | 1040k | Crisper display (+1060k dot) |
Common features in the Canon M and Sigma fp
| M | fp | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually | Very exact focusing | |||
| Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
| Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
| Touch display | Easily navigate |
Canon M vs Sigma fp Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon M has outside dimensions of 109mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst 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).
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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the M versus the fp.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the M and fp is 89 and 84 respectively.
Canon M vs Sigma fp Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specifications. The pic here should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M and fp.
Plainly, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The M featuring a tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh tougher and the Sigma fp will offer more detail having its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged M is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Canon M vs Sigma fp Specifications
| Canon EOS M | Sigma fp | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Canon | Sigma |
| Model type | Canon EOS M | Sigma fp |
| Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
| Released | 2012-07-23 | 2019-07-11 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Digic 5 | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
| Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 35.9 x 23.9mm |
| Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 858.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 18MP | 25MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 6000 x 4000 |
| Max native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
| Max enhanced ISO | 25600 | 102400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 6 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 31 | 49 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Canon EF-M | Leica L |
| Amount of lenses | 23 | 30 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3" | 3.2" |
| Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dot | 2,100 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Screen tech | Clear View II TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames/s | 12.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | no built-in flash |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Max flash sync | 1/200 seconds | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (60, 50 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | No |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 298g (0.66 pounds) | 422g (0.93 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 109 x 66 x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 65 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 22.1 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.2 | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | 827 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 230 photographs | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | LP-E12 | BP-51 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 wec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Launch pricing | $510 | $2,050 |