Canon RP vs Sigma fp L
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Canon RP vs Sigma fp L Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 26MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 40000 (Increase to 102400)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 485g - 133 x 85 x 70mm
- Introduced February 2019
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Push to 102400)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 427g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
- Announced March 2021
- Previous Model is Sigma fp

Canon RP vs Sigma fp L Overview
The following is a extensive overview of the Canon RP vs Sigma fp L, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Canon and Sigma. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the RP (26MP) and fp L (61MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (Full frame).

The RP was revealed 3 years prior to the fp L which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Canon RP being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the RP matches up versus the fp L with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon RP vs Sigma fp L Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS RP & Sigma fp L. The full galleries are viewable at Canon RP Gallery & Sigma fp L Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon RP over the Sigma fp L
RP | fp L | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Reasons to pick Sigma fp L over the Canon RP
fp L | RP | |||
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Announced | March 2021 | ![]() | February 2019 | Newer by 25 months |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 1040k | Crisper display (+1060k dot) |
Common features in the Canon RP and Sigma fp L
RP | fp L | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Canon RP vs Sigma fp L Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon RP has got outer dimensions of 133mm x 85mm x 70mm (5.2" x 3.3" x 2.8") and a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs) while the Sigma fp L has dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).
Compare the Canon RP vs Sigma fp L in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the RP against the fp L.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the RP and fp L is 70 and 83 respectively.

Canon RP vs Sigma fp L Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading through technical specs. The picture below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the RP and fp L.
As you can tell, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Sigma fp L to give extra detail because of its extra 35MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged RP is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Canon RP vs Sigma fp L Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon RP vs Sigma fp L Specifications
Canon EOS RP | Sigma fp L | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Sigma |
Model type | Canon EOS RP | Sigma fp L |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2019-02-14 | 2021-03-25 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 8 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 24mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 861.6mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 26MP | 61MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6240 x 4160 | 9520 x 6328 |
Maximum native ISO | 40000 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 102400 | 102400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 50 | 6 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 4779 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon RF | Leica L |
Total lenses | 17 | 40 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3.2 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 2,100k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | 3,680k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.83x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | Yes (USB Power Delivery supported) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 485 grams (1.07 lbs) | 427 grams (0.94 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 133 x 85 x 70mm (5.2" x 3.3" x 2.8") | 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 85 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.9 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 2977 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 images | 240 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | BP-51 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $999 | $2,499 |