Canon SX160 IS vs Sigma fp L

Let's look closer at the Canon SX160 IS and Sigma fp L, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Sigma. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX160 IS (16MP) and fp L (61MP) and the SX160 IS (1/2.3") and fp L (Full frame) feature different sensor sizes.

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The SX160 IS was manufactured 8 years prior to the fp L and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX160 IS being a Compact camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SX160 IS matches up vs the fp L in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS and Sigma fp L. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX160 IS Gallery and Sigma fp L Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX160 IS offers outside dimensions of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") having a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) while 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).

Analyze the Canon SX160 IS and Sigma fp L in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the SX160 IS against the fp L.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX160 IS and fp L is 86 and 83 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX160 IS and fp L.

As you can see, each of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SX160 IS due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Sigma fp L will offer greater detail due to its extra 45MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The older SX160 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.