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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sigma fp L

Portability
85
Imaging
58
Features
55
Overall
56
Fujifilm X-E1 front
 
Sigma fp L front
Portability
83
Imaging
83
Features
80
Overall
81

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sigma fp L Key Specs

Fujifilm X-E1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.8" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400 (Boost to 25600)
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 350g - 129 x 75 x 38mm
  • Revealed February 2013
  • Replacement is Fujifilm X-E2
Sigma fp L
(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
  • Introduced March 2021
  • Earlier Model is Sigma fp
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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sigma fp L Overview

Its time to look much closer at the Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sigma fp L, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Sigma. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) and fp L (61MP) and the Fujifilm X-E1 (APS-C) and fp L (Full frame) come with totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-E1 was introduced 9 years prior to the fp L and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm X-E1 matches up versus the fp L with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E1 over the Sigma fp L

 Fujifilm X-E1 fp L 

Reasons to pick Sigma fp L over the Fujifilm X-E1

 fp L Fujifilm X-E1 
IntroducedMarch 2021February 2013More recent by 98 months
Screen dimension3.2"2.8"Bigger screen (+0.4")
Screen resolution2100k460kClearer screen (+1640k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Fujifilm X-E1 and Sigma fp L

 Fujifilm X-E1 fp L 
Manually focus Very precise focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sigma fp L Physical Comparison

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-E1 offers outer measurements of 129mm x 75mm x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Sigma fp L has measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sigma fp L in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 vs the fp L.

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sigma fp L size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E1 and fp L is 85 and 83 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sigma fp L top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sigma fp L Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements merely by looking through technical specs. The photograph below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-E1 and fp L.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-E1 having a smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh trickier and the Sigma fp L will render extra detail using its extra 45 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-E1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sigma fp L sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sigma fp L Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sigma fp L Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 Portrait photography details
Sigma fp L Portrait photography details
74
focusing manually
decent MP (16 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
89
focusing manually
megapixel count fantastic (61MP)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
includes face detection focus
delivers RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 Street photography details
Sigma fp L Street photography details
66
nice sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
78
sensor size is big (Full frame)
delivers RAW formats
includes focus by touch
environment proof
above average high ISO (25,600)
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 as a Sports photography camera
Sigma fp L as a Sports photography camera
49
decent MP (16 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
slow frames per second (6.0 frames/s)
does not have image stabilization
lack of phase detect auto focus
79
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
megapixel count fantastic (61 megapixels)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
includes tracking autofocus
environment proof
has phase detect auto focus
no image stabilization
bad battery life (240 shots)
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm X-E1
Travel photography with Sigma fp L
65
decent MP (16MP)
has built in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
73
environment proof
includes focus by touch
megapixel count fantastic (61 megapixels)
bad battery life (240 CIPA)
does not offer selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 Landscape photography advice
Sigma fp L Landscape photography advice
69
focusing manually
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
nice screen size (2.8")
decent MP (16MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
does not have image stabilization
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
81
focusing manually
interchangeable lenses (Leica L mount)
nice screen size (3.2")
megapixel count fantastic (61 megapixels)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
above average high ISO (25,600)
delivers RAW formats
environment proof
no image stabilization
bad battery life (240 CIPA)
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 Vlogging info
Sigma fp L Vlogging info
32
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
includes external mic jack
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
38
screen is touchscreen
includes face detection focus
video res high (3840 x 2160 pxls)
has external mic socket
does not offer selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sigma fp L Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E1 and Sigma fp L
 Fujifilm X-E1Sigma fp L
General Information
Make FujiFilm Sigma
Model type Fujifilm X-E1 Sigma fp L
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Revealed 2013-02-28 2021-03-25
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip EXR Pro -
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS I BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor dimensions 23.6 x 15.6mm 36 x 24mm
Sensor area 368.2mm² 864.0mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 61 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4896 x 3264 9520 x 6328
Max native ISO 6400 25600
Max enhanced ISO 25600 102400
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW data
Min enhanced ISO - 6
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Total focus points - 49
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type Fujifilm X Leica L
Amount of lenses 54 40
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.8 inches 3.2 inches
Display resolution 460k dots 2,100k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display technology TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic (optional)
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dots 3,680k dots
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x 0.83x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/8000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 6.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance - no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain no built-in flash
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize 1/180 secs -
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (24 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
Max video resolution 1920x1080 3840x2160
Video file format H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic 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 350g (0.77 lb) 427g (0.94 lb)
Dimensions 129 x 75 x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") 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 350 photos 240 photos
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID W126 BP-51
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported)
Card slots 1 1
Retail cost $600 $2,499