Sigma fp L vs Sony A330

Here is a extended analysis of the Sigma fp L versus Sony A330, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Sigma and Sony. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the fp L (61MP) and A330 (10MP) and the fp L (Full frame) and A330 (APS-C) use totally different sensor sizes.

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The fp L was brought out 12 years later than the A330 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A330 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short introduction of how the fp L matches up vs the A330 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma fp L and Sony Alpha DSLR-A330. The entire galleries are available at Sigma fp L Gallery and Sony A330 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Sigma fp L enjoys external dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") and a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Sony A330 has sizing of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") with a weight of 529 grams (1.17 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the fp L and the A330.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the fp L and A330 is 83 and 67 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing merely by viewing specifications. The visual underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the fp L and A330.

Plainly, both cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The fp L featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Sigma fp L will provide you with greater detail having its extra 51MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The fresher fp L will have a benefit in sensor innovation.