Sigma fp L vs Sony NEX-5

Below, we will be contrasting the Sigma fp L versus Sony NEX-5, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Sigma and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the fp L (61MP) and NEX-5 (14MP) and the fp L (Full frame) and NEX-5 (APS-C) use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The fp L was revealed 10 years later than the NEX-5 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the fp L matches up against the NEX-5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma fp L & Sony Alpha NEX-5. The full galleries are provided at Sigma fp L Gallery & Sony NEX-5 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and size. The Sigma fp L has outside 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 NEX-5 has specifications of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") having a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the fp L versus the NEX-5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the fp L and NEX-5 is 83 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to see the difference between sensor sizing merely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the fp L and NEX-5.

Clearly, both of those cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The fp L having a bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Sigma fp L will give you greater detail because of its extra 47 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more modern fp L will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.