Canon SX120 IS vs Sigma fp L

Here, we are matching up the Canon SX120 IS vs Sigma fp L, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Sigma. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the SX120 IS (10MP) and fp L (61MP) and the SX120 IS (1/2.5") and fp L (Full frame) offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The SX120 IS was revealed 12 years earlier than the fp L which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX120 IS being a Compact camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SX120 IS scores versus the fp L in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX120 IS and Sigma fp L. The full galleries are available at Canon SX120 IS Gallery and Sigma fp L Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX120 IS provides outside measurements of 111mm x 71mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 285 grams (0.63 lbs) and the Sigma fp L has proportions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

See the Canon SX120 IS vs Sigma fp L in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the SX120 IS versus the fp L.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX120 IS and fp L is 87 and 83 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX120 IS and fp L.

As you can see, the two cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SX120 IS with its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF more difficult and the Sigma fp L will offer you more detail because of its extra 51 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SX120 IS is going to be behind in sensor technology.