Leica M-Monochrom vs Sigma fp L
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Leica M-Monochrom vs Sigma fp L Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - Full frame Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 10000
- No Video
- Leica M Mount
- 600g - 139 x 80 x 37mm
- Launched May 2012
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Expand to 102400)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 427g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
- Announced March 2021
- Older Model is Sigma fp
Leica M-Monochrom vs Sigma fp L Overview
Here is a detailed assessment of the Leica M-Monochrom vs Sigma fp L, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Leica and Sigma. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the M-Monochrom (18MP) and fp L (61MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (Full frame).
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe M-Monochrom was released 10 years earlier than the fp L and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the M-Monochrom matches up versus the fp L with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Leica M-Monochrom vs Sigma fp L Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M-Monochrom & Sigma fp L. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica M-Monochrom Gallery & Sigma fp L Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica M-Monochrom over the Sigma fp L
M-Monochrom | fp L |
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Reasons to pick Sigma fp L over the Leica M-Monochrom
fp L | M-Monochrom | |||
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Announced | March 2021 | May 2012 | Fresher by 108 months | |
Display sizing | 3.2" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.7") | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 230k | Clearer display (+1870k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Leica M-Monochrom and Sigma fp L
M-Monochrom | fp L | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Leica M-Monochrom vs Sigma fp L Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Leica M-Monochrom offers physical dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") having a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Sigma fp L has measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") and a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).
Compare the Leica M-Monochrom vs Sigma fp L in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the M-Monochrom compared to the fp L.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the M-Monochrom and fp L is 78 and 83 respectively.
Leica M-Monochrom vs Sigma fp L Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by researching technical specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M-Monochrom and fp L.
As you have seen, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Sigma fp L to render greater detail as a result of its extra 43MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older M-Monochrom will be behind in sensor technology.
Leica M-Monochrom vs Sigma fp L Screen and ViewFinder
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Leica M-Monochrom vs Sigma fp L Specifications
Leica M-Monochrom | Sigma fp L | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Leica | Sigma |
Model | Leica M-Monochrom | Sigma fp L |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Launched | 2012-05-10 | 2021-03-25 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18MP | 61MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5212 x 3472 | 9520 x 6328 |
Highest native ISO | 10000 | 25600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 102400 |
Min native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Min boosted ISO | - | 6 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Leica M | Leica L |
Total lenses | 59 | 40 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inches | 3.2 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 2,100 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD with a sapphire glass LCD cover | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (rangefinder) | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 3,680 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | 0.83x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 32 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 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 |
Highest video resolution | None | 3840x2160 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes (USB Power Delivery supported) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 600g (1.32 lb) | 427g (0.94 lb) |
Dimensions | 139 x 80 x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") | 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 images | 240 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | BP-51 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $7,950 | $2,499 |