Sigma fp L vs Sony HX300
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Sigma fp L vs Sony HX300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Boost to 102400)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 427g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
- Introduced March 2021
- Superseded the Sigma fp
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.8-6.3) lens
- 623g - 130 x 103 x 93mm
- Released February 2013
- Earlier Model is Sony HX200V
- Refreshed by Sony HX400V

Sigma fp L vs Sony HX300 Overview
Below is a in depth overview of the Sigma fp L versus Sony HX300, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Sigma and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the fp L (61MP) and HX300 (20MP) and the fp L (Full frame) and HX300 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

The fp L was introduced 8 years later than the HX300 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the fp L matches up versus the HX300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Sigma fp L vs Sony HX300 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma fp L & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The whole galleries are available at Sigma fp L Gallery & Sony HX300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sigma fp L over the Sony HX300
fp L | HX300 | |||
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Released | March 2021 | ![]() | February 2013 | More recent by 99 months |
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 921k | Crisper screen (+1179k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony HX300 over the Sigma fp L
HX300 | fp L | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Sigma fp L and Sony HX300
fp L | HX300 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Sigma fp L vs Sony HX300 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sigma fp L enjoys exterior measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Sony HX300 has dimensions of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Sigma fp L versus Sony HX300 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the fp L versus the HX300.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the fp L and HX300 is 83 and 63 respectively.

Sigma fp L vs Sony HX300 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements only by checking out technical specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the fp L and HX300.
As you can tell, each of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The fp L having a bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Sigma fp L will provide extra detail using its extra 41 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer fp L will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Sigma fp L vs Sony HX300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Sigma fp L vs Sony HX300 Specifications
Sigma fp L | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Sigma | Sony |
Model type | Sigma fp L | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2021-03-25 | 2013-02-20 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 61MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 9520 x 6328 | 5184 x 3888 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 102400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 6 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Leica L | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 24-1200mm (50.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/2.8-6.3 |
Available lenses | 40 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3.2" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 2,100k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.83x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | - |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes (USB Power Delivery supported) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 427g (0.94 lbs) | 623g (1.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") | 130 x 103 x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") |
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 photographs | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | BP-51 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) | - |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $2,499 | $339 |