Samsung CL5 vs Sigma fp L

Let's look more closely at the Samsung CL5 and Sigma fp L, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sigma. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the CL5 (9MP) and fp L (61MP) and the CL5 (1/2.5") and fp L (Full frame) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The CL5 was released 13 years before the fp L which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung CL5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the CL5 grades against the fp L when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung CL5 & Sigma fp L. The complete galleries are available at Samsung CL5 Gallery & Sigma fp L Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung CL5 features outer measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Sigma fp L has sizing of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the CL5 and the fp L.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CL5 and fp L is 95 and 83 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes merely by reviewing technical specs. The image below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the CL5 and fp L.

As you have seen, both cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The CL5 because of its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Sigma fp L will offer greater detail as a result of its extra 52MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged CL5 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.