Sigma fp L vs Sony A7 II
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Sigma fp L vs Sony A7 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 102400)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 427g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
- Launched March 2021
- Old Model is Sigma fp
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Boost to 51200)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 599g - 127 x 96 x 60mm
- Revealed November 2014
- Superseded the Sony A7
- Refreshed by Sony A7 III
Sigma fp L vs Sony A7 II Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Sigma fp L versus Sony A7 II, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Sigma and Sony. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the fp L (61MP) and A7 II (24MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (Full frame).
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe fp L was introduced 6 years later than the A7 II and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the fp L scores against the A7 II when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Sigma fp L vs Sony A7 II Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma fp L and Sony Alpha A7 II. The whole galleries are provided at Sigma fp L Gallery and Sony A7 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sigma fp L over the Sony A7 II
fp L | A7 II | |||
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Revealed | March 2021 | November 2014 | More recent by 78 months | |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 1230k | Clearer display (+870k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A7 II over the Sigma fp L
A7 II | fp L | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Sigma fp L and Sony A7 II
fp L | A7 II | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focus | |||
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Sigma fp L vs Sony A7 II Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Sigma fp L has got external 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 II has measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") and a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).
Examine the Sigma fp L versus Sony A7 II in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the fp L and the A7 II.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the fp L and A7 II is 83 and 69 respectively.
Sigma fp L vs Sony A7 II Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements merely by going over a spec sheet. The graphic below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the fp L and A7 II.
As you can see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Sigma fp L to deliver more detail using its extra 37 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images more aggressively. The newer fp L provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.
Sigma fp L vs Sony A7 II Screen and ViewFinder
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Sigma fp L vs Sony A7 II Specifications
Sigma fp L | Sony Alpha A7 II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sigma | Sony |
Model | Sigma fp L | Sony Alpha A7 II |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2021-03-25 | 2014-11-20 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | 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 aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 9520 x 6328 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 102400 | 51200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 6 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 117 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Leica L | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 40 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 2,100 thousand dots | 1,230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680 thousand dots | 2,359 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.83x | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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 format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 427 grams (0.94 lbs) | 599 grams (1.32 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") | 127 x 96 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 90 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 24.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 2449 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 shots | 350 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP-51 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $2,499 | $1,456 |