Sigma fp L vs Sony A7
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Sigma fp L vs Sony A7 Key Specs
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- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Boost to 102400)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 427g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
- Announced March 2021
- Replaced the Sigma fp
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- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 50 - 25600
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 474g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
- Released January 2014
- Updated by Sony A7 II
Sigma fp L vs Sony A7 Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Sigma fp L versus Sony A7, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Sigma and Sony. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the fp L (61MP) and A7 (24MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (Full frame).
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe fp L was introduced 7 years later than the A7 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summary of how the fp L matches up versus the A7 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Sigma fp L vs Sony A7 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma fp L and Sony Alpha A7. The whole galleries are viewable at Sigma fp L Gallery and Sony A7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sigma fp L over the Sony A7
fp L | A7 | |||
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Released | March 2021 | January 2014 | More recent by 88 months | |
Display sizing | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 1230k | Crisper display (+870k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A7 over the Sigma fp L
A7 | fp L | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Sigma fp L and Sony A7
fp L | A7 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Sigma fp L vs Sony A7 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sigma fp L comes with physical dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Sony A7 has proportions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") and a weight of 474 grams (1.04 lbs).
Check out the Sigma fp L versus Sony A7 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the fp L versus the A7.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the fp L and A7 is 83 and 78 respectively.
Sigma fp L vs Sony A7 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements only by reading technical specs. The visual underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the fp L and A7.
As you can tell, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sigma fp L to offer you more detail using its extra 37 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger fp L is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
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Sigma fp L vs Sony A7 Specifications
Sigma fp L | Sony Alpha A7 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Sigma | Sony |
Model type | Sigma fp L | Sony Alpha A7 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Announced | 2021-03-25 | 2014-01-22 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 855.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 61 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 9520 x 6328 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Max boosted ISO | 102400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 50 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 6 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 117 |
Cross type focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Leica L | Sony E |
Amount of lenses | 40 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 2,100 thousand dot | 1,230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680 thousand dot | 2,359 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.83x | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes (USB Power Delivery supported) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 427g (0.94 lbs) | 474g (1.04 lbs) |
Dimensions | 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") | 127 x 94 x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 90 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 24.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 14.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 2248 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 images | 340 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP-51 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $2,499 | $798 |