Sigma fp L vs Sony A7R III

Below is a extensive review of the Sigma fp L versus Sony A7R III, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Sigma and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the fp L (61MP) and A7R III (42MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (Full frame).

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The fp L was launched 3 years later than the A7R III and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7R III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the fp L matches up vs the A7R III in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma fp L and Sony Alpha A7R III. The complete galleries are viewable at Sigma fp L Gallery and Sony A7R III Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Sigma fp L features outside dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Sony A7R III has sizing of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") and a weight of 657 grams (1.45 lbs).

See the Sigma fp L versus Sony A7R III in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the fp L and the A7R III.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the fp L and A7R III is 83 and 63 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements purely by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the fp L and A7R III.

Clearly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Sigma fp L to provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 19 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer fp L should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.