Sigma fp L vs Sony A7R IV
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Sigma fp L vs Sony A7R IV Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Increase to 102400)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 427g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
- Launched March 2021
- Succeeded the Sigma fp
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Push to 102800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 665g - 129 x 96 x 78mm
- Released July 2019
- Old Model is Sony A7R III
- Updated by Sony A7R V
Sigma fp L vs Sony A7R IV Overview
Following is a in-depth analysis of the Sigma fp L and Sony A7R IV, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Sigma and Sony. The sensor resolution of the fp L (61MP) and the A7R IV (61MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (Full frame).
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe fp L was introduced 21 months after the A7R IV which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7R IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the fp L scores vs the A7R IV for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Sigma fp L vs Sony A7R IV Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma fp L & Sony Alpha A7R IV. The whole galleries are provided at Sigma fp L Gallery & Sony A7R IV Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sigma fp L over the Sony A7R IV
fp L | A7R IV | |||
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Released | March 2021 | July 2019 | More modern by 21 months | |
Screen size | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 2100k | 1440k | Clearer screen (+660k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A7R IV over the Sigma fp L
A7R IV | fp L | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Sigma fp L and Sony A7R IV
fp L | A7R IV | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Sigma fp L vs Sony A7R IV Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and size. The Sigma fp L provides physical measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Sony A7R IV has specifications of 129mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 665 grams (1.47 lbs).
Look at the Sigma fp L and Sony A7R IV in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the fp L and the A7R IV.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the fp L and A7R IV is 83 and 62 respectively.
Sigma fp L vs Sony A7R IV Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading through specifications. The picture here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the fp L and A7R IV.
To sum up, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photos but you will want to factor the age of the products into consideration. The younger fp L is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
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Sigma fp L vs Sony A7R IV Specifications
Sigma fp L | Sony Alpha A7R IV | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sigma | Sony |
Model type | Sigma fp L | Sony Alpha A7R IV |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2021-03-25 | 2019-07-16 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 61 megapixel | 61 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 9520 x 6328 | 9504 x 6336 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 32000 |
Highest boosted ISO | 102400 | 102800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 6 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 567 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Leica L | Sony E |
Amount of lenses | 40 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 2,100 thousand dots | 1,440 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680 thousand dots | 5,760 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.83x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync. |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/250s |
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 | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes (USB Power Delivery supported) | USB 3.1 Gen 1(5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 427 gr (0.94 pounds) | 665 gr (1.47 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") | 129 x 96 x 78mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 99 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 26.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 14.8 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 3344 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 pictures | 670 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP-51 | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II compatible) |
Card slots | One | Two |
Pricing at launch | $2,499 | $3,498 |