Sigma fp L vs Sony A6400

Here is a extended assessment of the Sigma fp L vs Sony A6400, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Sigma and Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the fp L (61MP) and A6400 (24MP) and the fp L (Full frame) and A6400 (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The fp L was launched 2 years later than the A6400 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the fp L scores vs the A6400 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma fp L & Sony Alpha a6400. The complete galleries are viewable at Sigma fp L Gallery & Sony A6400 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Sigma fp L enjoys outer measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Sony A6400 has specifications of 120mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") with a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the fp L vs the A6400.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the fp L and A6400 is 83 and 83 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing merely by looking at technical specs. The visual here might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the fp L and A6400.

As you have seen, both the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The fp L because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Sigma fp L will give you extra detail utilizing its extra 37MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer fp L will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.