Sigma fp L vs Sony a5100

The following is a detailed comparison of the Sigma fp L and Sony a5100, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Sigma and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the fp L (61MP) and a5100 (24MP) and the fp L (Full frame) and a5100 (APS-C) come with different sensor dimensions.

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The fp L was unveiled 6 years after the a5100 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the fp L scores vs the a5100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma fp L and Sony Alpha a5100. The full galleries are provided at Sigma fp L Gallery and Sony a5100 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Sigma fp L has got exterior dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Sony a5100 has proportions of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Compare the Sigma fp L and Sony a5100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the fp L versus the a5100.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the fp L and a5100 is 83 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions merely by researching technical specs. The image underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the fp L and a5100.

As you can tell, both the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The fp L with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Sigma fp L will render more detail having an extra 37 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more recent fp L provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.