Sigma fp L vs Sony A560

Following is a comprehensive comparison of the Sigma fp L vs Sony A560, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Sigma and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the fp L (61MP) and A560 (14MP) and the fp L (Full frame) and A560 (APS-C) feature different sensor measurements.

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The fp L was launched 10 years after the A560 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A560 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the fp L scores vs the A560 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma fp L and Sony Alpha DSLR-A560. The complete galleries are viewable at Sigma fp L Gallery and Sony A560 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Sigma fp L comes with outer dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") and a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Sony A560 has sizing of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") and a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the fp L and the A560.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the fp L and A560 is 83 and 64 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes merely by going through technical specs. The picture below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the fp L and A560.

As you can tell, both cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The fp L featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sigma fp L will produce greater detail utilizing its extra 47MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more recent fp L provides a benefit in sensor innovation.