Panasonic GX850 vs Sigma fp L

On this page, we will be analyzing the Panasonic GX850 and Sigma fp L, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Sigma. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the GX850 (16MP) and fp L (61MP) and the GX850 (Four Thirds) and fp L (Full frame) offer different sensor sizes.

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The GX850 was announced 5 years prior to the fp L and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the GX850 scores versus the fp L when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850 & Sigma fp L. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic GX850 Gallery & Sigma fp L Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GX850 has outside measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Sigma fp L has dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic GX850 and Sigma fp L in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the GX850 vs the fp L.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the GX850 and fp L is 90 and 83 respectively.

Often, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements merely by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the GX850 and fp L.

As you can see, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The GX850 having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Sigma fp L will show extra detail with its extra 45 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The older GX850 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.