Panasonic S5 vs Sigma fp

Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic S5 and Sigma fp, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Sigma. The sensor resolution of the S5 (24MP) and the fp (25MP) is pretty close and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (Full frame).

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The S5 was launched 14 months after the fp which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic S5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the S5 matches up vs the fp when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 & Sigma fp. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic S5 Gallery & Sigma fp Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S5 enjoys physical measurements of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") having a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs) and the Sigma fp has dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic S5 and Sigma fp in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the S5 against the fp.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S5 and fp is 60 and 84 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions only by researching technical specs. The picture below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S5 and fp.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Sigma fp to provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more recent S5 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.