Sigma fp L vs Sony A3000

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Sigma fp L versus Sony A3000, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Sigma and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the fp L (61MP) and A3000 (20MP) and the fp L (Full frame) and A3000 (APS-C) posses different sensor sizing.

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The fp L was released 7 years after the A3000 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A3000 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a short highlight of how the fp L grades versus the A3000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma fp L and Sony Alpha A3000. The complete galleries are provided at Sigma fp L Gallery and Sony A3000 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Sigma fp L has got outer measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Sony A3000 has sizing of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

Look at the Sigma fp L versus Sony A3000 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the fp L vs the A3000.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the fp L and A3000 is 83 and 69 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions simply by checking out a spec sheet. The image here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the fp L and A3000.

As you can see, the two cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The fp L because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Sigma fp L will provide extra detail as a result of its extra 41 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The fresher fp L provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.