Sigma fp L vs Sony A6700
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82 Features
80 Overall
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Sigma fp L vs Sony A6700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Expand to 102400)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 427g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
- Revealed March 2021
- Earlier Model is Sigma fp
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Boost to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 493g - 122 x 69 x 75mm
- Introduced July 2023
- Succeeded the Sony A6600

Sigma fp L vs Sony A6700 Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Sigma fp L and Sony A6700, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by competitors Sigma and Sony. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the fp L (61MP) and A6700 (26MP) and the fp L (Full frame) and A6700 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

The fp L was unveiled 3 years earlier than the A6700 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the fp L grades against the A6700 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Sigma fp L vs Sony A6700 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma fp L and Sony Alpha a6700. The full galleries are viewable at Sigma fp L Gallery and Sony A6700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sigma fp L over the Sony A6700
fp L | A6700 | |||
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Display size | 3.2" | ![]() | 3.00" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 1040k | Sharper display (+1060k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A6700 over the Sigma fp L
A6700 | fp L | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Introduced | July 2023 | ![]() | March 2021 | Fresher by 27 months |
Display type | Fully articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Sigma fp L and Sony A6700
fp L | A6700 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Sigma fp L vs Sony A6700 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Sigma fp L has got outside measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Sony A6700 has proportions of 122mm x 69mm x 75mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs).
Look at the Sigma fp L and Sony A6700 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the fp L compared to the A6700.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the fp L and A6700 is 83 and 75 respectively.

Sigma fp L vs Sony A6700 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing specs. The graphic here might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the fp L and A6700.
All in all, both of those cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The fp L using its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Sigma fp L will show more detail having an extra 35 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The older fp L will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Sigma fp L vs Sony A6700 Screen and ViewFinder


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Sigma fp L vs Sony A6700 Specifications
Sigma fp L | Sony Alpha a6700 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sigma | Sony |
Model type | Sigma fp L | Sony Alpha a6700 |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2021-03-25 | 2023-07-12 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 61MP | 26MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 9520 x 6328 | 6192 x 4128 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 32000 |
Max boosted ISO | 102400 | 102400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Min boosted ISO | 6 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 759 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Leica L | Sony E |
Available lenses | 40 | 199 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fully articulated |
Display sizing | 3.2" | 3.00" |
Display resolution | 2,100k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680k dot | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.83x | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | - | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | 11.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Rear Sync., Slow Sync., Red-eye reduction (On/Off selectable), Hi-speed sync, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
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 | 3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes (USB Power Delivery supported) | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 427 grams (0.94 lb) | 493 grams (1.09 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") | 122 x 69 x 75mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 shots | 570 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP-51 | NP-FZ1000 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $2,499 | $1,399 |