Sigma fp L vs Sony A6300
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Sigma fp L vs Sony A6300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 102400)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 427g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
- Revealed March 2021
- Succeeded the Sigma fp
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Expand to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 404g - 120 x 67 x 49mm
- Launched February 2016
- Older Model is Sony A6000
- New Model is Sony A6500

Sigma fp L vs Sony A6300 Overview
Lets examine more in depth at the Sigma fp L and Sony A6300, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the fp L (61MP) and A6300 (24MP) and the fp L (Full frame) and A6300 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizing.

The fp L was revealed 5 years later than the A6300 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief summary of how the fp L matches up against the A6300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Sigma fp L vs Sony A6300 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma fp L and Sony Alpha a6300. The full galleries are provided at Sigma fp L Gallery and Sony A6300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sigma fp L over the Sony A6300
fp L | A6300 | |||
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Launched | March 2021 | ![]() | February 2016 | Fresher by 63 months |
Display sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 922k | Sharper display (+1178k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A6300 over the Sigma fp L
A6300 | fp L | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Sigma fp L and Sony A6300
fp L | A6300 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Sigma fp L vs Sony A6300 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Sigma fp L offers external dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Sony A6300 has dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.9") and a weight of 404 grams (0.89 lbs).
Examine the Sigma fp L and Sony A6300 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the fp L against the A6300.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the fp L and A6300 is 83 and 83 respectively.

Sigma fp L vs Sony A6300 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through specifications. The photograph here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the fp L and A6300.
To sum up, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The fp L having a larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sigma fp L will render more detail because of its extra 37MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The fresher fp L is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Sigma fp L vs Sony A6300 Specifications
Sigma fp L | Sony Alpha a6300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sigma | Sony |
Model | Sigma fp L | Sony Alpha a6300 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2021-03-25 | 2016-02-03 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 61 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 9520 x 6328 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 102400 | 51200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 6 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 425 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Leica L | Sony E |
Total lenses | 40 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 2,100k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680k dots | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.83x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | 11.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Rear Sync., Slow Sync., Red-eye reduction, Hi-speed sync, Wireless |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 | 4K (3840 x 2160 @ 30p/24p), 1920 x 1080 (120p, 60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (24p) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes (USB Power Delivery supported) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 427g (0.94 lbs) | 404g (0.89 lbs) |
Dimensions | 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") | 120 x 67 x 49mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 85 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 24.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.7 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1437 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 images | 400 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP-51 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $2,499 | $889 |