Nikon Z6 vs Sigma fp L
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Nikon Z6 vs Sigma fp L Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 675g - 134 x 101 x 68mm
- Introduced August 2018
- Newer Model is Nikon Z6 II
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Raise to 102400)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 427g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
- Launched March 2021
- Previous Model is Sigma fp
Nikon Z6 vs Sigma fp L Overview
The following is a in depth overview of the Nikon Z6 vs Sigma fp L, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Nikon and Sigma. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the Z6 (25MP) and fp L (61MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (Full frame).
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe Z6 was launched 3 years earlier than the fp L which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the Z6 grades against the fp L when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon Z6 vs Sigma fp L Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z6 and Sigma fp L. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon Z6 Gallery and Sigma fp L Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 over the Sigma fp L
Z6 | fp L | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Reasons to pick Sigma fp L over the Nikon Z6
fp L | Z6 | |||
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Launched | March 2021 | August 2018 | Newer by 31 months |
Common features in the Nikon Z6 and Sigma fp L
Z6 | fp L | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focusing | |||
Display sizing | 3.2" | 3.2" | Equivalent display dimensions | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 2100k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Nikon Z6 vs Sigma fp L Physical Comparison
When you are looking to travel with your camera, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon Z6 has got outside measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") having a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) whilst the Sigma fp L has sizing of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") and a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon Z6 vs Sigma fp L in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the Z6 vs the fp L.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Z6 and fp L is 62 and 83 respectively.
Nikon Z6 vs Sigma fp L Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading specifications. The pic here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Z6 and fp L.
To sum up, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Sigma fp L to offer more detail utilizing its extra 36 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged Z6 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Nikon Z6 vs Sigma fp L Specifications
Nikon Z6 | Sigma fp L | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Sigma |
Model type | Nikon Z6 | Sigma fp L |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2018-08-23 | 2021-03-25 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 25 megapixel | 61 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6048 x 4024 | 9520 x 6328 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 204800 | 102400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | 6 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 273 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon Z | Leica L |
Number of lenses | 15 | 40 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inches | 3.2 inches |
Display resolution | 2,100k dots | 2,100k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | 3,680k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.83x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 12.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 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 | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | Yes (USB Power Delivery supported) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 675 gr (1.49 lb) | 427 gr (0.94 lb) |
Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") | 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 95 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 25.3 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 3299 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 images | 240 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | BP-51 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | XQD card | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $1,997 | $2,499 |