Canon SX130 IS vs Sigma fp

Here, we will be analyzing the Canon SX130 IS versus Sigma fp, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Sigma. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the SX130 IS (12MP) and fp (25MP) and the SX130 IS (1/2.3") and fp (Full frame) provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The SX130 IS was released 10 years before the fp and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX130 IS being a Compact camera and the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SX130 IS grades vs the fp for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS and Sigma fp. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX130 IS Gallery and Sigma fp Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX130 IS features exterior measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") having a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Sigma fp has measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the SX130 IS and the fp.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX130 IS and fp is 85 and 84 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing specs. The graphic below will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX130 IS and fp.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SX130 IS because of its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Sigma fp will produce greater detail as a result of its extra 13MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older SX130 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.