Canon SX130 IS vs Sigma fp L
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Canon SX130 IS vs Sigma fp L Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 308g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Revealed August 2010
- Successor is Canon SX150 IS
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Expand to 102400)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 427g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
- Launched March 2021
- Superseded the Sigma fp

Canon SX130 IS vs Sigma fp L Overview
Below is a complete comparison of the Canon SX130 IS versus Sigma fp L, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Canon and Sigma. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the SX130 IS (12MP) and fp L (61MP) and the SX130 IS (1/2.3") and fp L (Full frame) boast different sensor measurements.

The SX130 IS was brought out 11 years earlier than the fp L and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX130 IS being a Compact camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the SX130 IS scores against the fp L in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX130 IS vs Sigma fp L Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS and Sigma fp L. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX130 IS Gallery and Sigma fp L Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX130 IS over the Sigma fp L
SX130 IS | fp L |
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Reasons to pick Sigma fp L over the Canon SX130 IS
fp L | SX130 IS | |||
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Launched | March 2021 | ![]() | August 2010 | More recent by 129 months |
Screen size | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+1870k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX130 IS and Sigma fp L
SX130 IS | fp L | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Canon SX130 IS vs Sigma fp L Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to lug around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX130 IS offers physical dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") along with a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Sigma fp L has sizing of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SX130 IS versus Sigma fp L in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the SX130 IS and the fp L.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SX130 IS and fp L is 85 and 83 respectively.

Canon SX130 IS vs Sigma fp L Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements just by reading a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX130 IS and fp L.
As you can see, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The SX130 IS featuring a tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh more difficult and the Sigma fp L will offer you extra detail having its extra 49MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older SX130 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

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Canon SX130 IS vs Sigma fp L Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX130 IS | Sigma fp L | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Sigma |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX130 IS | Sigma fp L |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Advanced Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2010-08-19 | 2021-03-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 61 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 9520 x 6328 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 102400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 6 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 49 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Leica L |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 40 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3.2 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 2,100k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 3,680k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.83x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2500 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 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 | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes (USB Power Delivery supported) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 308 gr (0.68 lbs) | 427 gr (0.94 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 240 images |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | BP-51 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $250 | $2,499 |