Sigma fp L vs Sony A200
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Sigma fp L vs Sony A200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Increase to 102400)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 427g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
- Launched March 2021
- Succeeded the Sigma fp
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 572g - 131 x 99 x 71mm
- Launched July 2008
- Updated by Sony A230

Sigma fp L vs Sony A200 Overview
Here is a comprehensive review of the Sigma fp L and Sony A200, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the fp L (61MP) and A200 (10MP) and the fp L (Full frame) and A200 (APS-C) provide different sensor sizing.

The fp L was manufactured 12 years later than the A200 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A200 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the fp L scores versus the A200 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Sigma fp L vs Sony A200 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma fp L and Sony Alpha DSLR-A200. The entire galleries are viewable at Sigma fp L Gallery and Sony A200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sigma fp L over the Sony A200
fp L | A200 | |||
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Launched | March 2021 | ![]() | July 2008 | Fresher by 155 months |
Display size | 3.2" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+1870k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A200 over the Sigma fp L
A200 | fp L |
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Common features in the Sigma fp L and Sony A200
fp L | A200 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Sigma fp L vs Sony A200 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Sigma fp L has got outer 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) and the Sony A200 has specifications of 131mm x 99mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 572 grams (1.26 lbs).
Analyze the Sigma fp L and Sony A200 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the fp L compared to the A200.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the fp L and A200 is 83 and 66 respectively.

Sigma fp L vs Sony A200 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at technical specs. The visual underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the fp L and A200.
As you can tell, each of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The fp L due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Sigma fp L will give more detail due to its extra 51 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The younger fp L provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Sigma fp L vs Sony A200 Screen and ViewFinder


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Sigma fp L vs Sony A200 Specifications
Sigma fp L | Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sigma | Sony |
Model type | Sigma fp L | Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2021-03-25 | 2008-07-17 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 61 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 9520 x 6328 | 3872 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 102400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Min boosted ISO | 6 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Leica L | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Number of lenses | 40 | 143 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 2,100 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.83x | 0.55x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 | - |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes (USB Power Delivery supported) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 427g (0.94 pounds) | 572g (1.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") | 131 x 99 x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 63 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 521 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 shots | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | BP-51 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) | Compact Flash |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $2,499 | $100 |