Sigma fp L vs Sony A7S II

Let's take a closer look at the Sigma fp L vs Sony A7S II, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Sigma and Sony. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the fp L (61MP) and A7S II (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (Full frame).

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The fp L was brought out 5 years after the A7S II which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7S II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the fp L matches up vs the A7S II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma fp L & Sony Alpha A7S II. The entire galleries are viewable at Sigma fp L Gallery & Sony A7S II Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Sigma fp L comes with physical dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Sony A7S II has measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") having a weight of 627 grams (1.38 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the fp L versus the A7S II.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the fp L and A7S II is 83 and 68 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to see the gap between sensor dimensions only by checking a spec sheet. The picture below will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the fp L and A7S II.

As you can see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Sigma fp L to resolve more detail having its extra 49MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer fp L is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.