Sigma fp L vs Sony A6500

Here, we are evaluating the Sigma fp L vs Sony A6500, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Sigma and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the fp L (61MP) and A6500 (24MP) and the fp L (Full frame) and A6500 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The fp L was introduced 4 years later than the A6500 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the fp L grades against the A6500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma fp L and Sony Alpha a6500. The whole galleries are viewable at Sigma fp L Gallery and Sony A6500 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Sigma fp L provides outer dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Sony A6500 has specifications of 120mm x 67mm x 53mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.1") accompanied by a weight of 453 grams (1.00 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the fp L and the A6500.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the fp L and A6500 is 83 and 81 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to see the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over a spec sheet. The photograph below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the fp L and A6500.

Clearly, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The fp L using its larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sigma fp L will deliver extra detail using its extra 37 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The more modern fp L is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.