Nikon Z7 vs Sigma fp L
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Nikon Z7 vs Sigma fp L Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Push to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 675g - 134 x 101 x 68mm
- Introduced August 2018
- Refreshed by Nikon Z7 II
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Raise to 102400)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 427g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
- Launched March 2021
- Old Model is Sigma fp
Nikon Z7 vs Sigma fp L Overview
Following is a detailed assessment of the Nikon Z7 versus Sigma fp L, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Nikon and Sigma. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the Z7 (46MP) and fp L (61MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (Full frame).
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe Z7 was released 3 years earlier than the fp L which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Z7 scores vs the fp L in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon Z7 vs Sigma fp L Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z7 & Sigma fp L. The complete galleries are available at Nikon Z7 Gallery & Sigma fp L Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 over the Sigma fp L
Z7 | fp L | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Reasons to pick Sigma fp L over the Nikon Z7
fp L | Z7 | |||
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Launched | March 2021 | August 2018 | More modern by 31 months |
Common features in the Nikon Z7 and Sigma fp L
Z7 | fp L | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Screen size | 3.2" | 3.2" | Same screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 2100k | 2100k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Nikon Z7 vs Sigma fp L Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z7 has outside dimensions 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 dimensions 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 Z7 versus Sigma fp L in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the Z7 vs the fp L.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z7 and fp L is 62 and 83 respectively.
Nikon Z7 vs Sigma fp L Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading through a spec sheet. The pic here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Z7 and fp L.
As you can see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Sigma fp L to give more detail as a result of its extra 15MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged Z7 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
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Nikon Z7 vs Sigma fp L Specifications
Nikon Z7 | Sigma fp L | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Sigma |
Model | Nikon Z7 | Sigma fp L |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2018-08-23 | 2021-03-25 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | 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 | 46 megapixel | 61 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 8256 x 5504 | 9520 x 6328 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 102400 | 102400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 32 | 6 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 493 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon Z | Leica L |
Total lenses | 15 | 40 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.2" | 3.2" |
Screen resolution | 2,100k dot | 2,100k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dot | 3,680k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.83x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 9.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | 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 |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/200 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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 |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | Yes (USB Power Delivery supported) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 675 gr (1.49 lbs) | 427 gr (0.94 lbs) |
Physical 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 score | 99 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 26.3 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 2668 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 images | 240 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | BP-51 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | XQD card | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $2,797 | $2,499 |