Pentax X70 vs Sigma fp L

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Pentax X70 versus Sigma fp L, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Pentax and Sigma. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the X70 (12MP) and fp L (61MP) and the X70 (1/2.3") and fp L (Full frame) feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The X70 was introduced 13 years before the fp L which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief view of how the X70 matches up against the fp L with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax X70 & Sigma fp L. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax X70 Gallery & Sigma fp L Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Pentax X70 offers outer measurements of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) while 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).

Take a look at the Pentax X70 versus Sigma fp L in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the X70 against the fp L.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the X70 and fp L is 71 and 83 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading through specifications. The pic underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the X70 and fp L.

To sum up, both the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The X70 using its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the Sigma fp L will give extra detail using its extra 49MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged X70 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.