Sigma fp L vs Sony HX7V

Lets take a closer look at the Sigma fp L versus Sony HX7V, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the fp L (61MP) and HX7V (16MP) and the fp L (Full frame) and HX7V (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The fp L was announced 9 years later than the HX7V and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX7V being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the fp L matches up vs the HX7V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma fp L & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The whole galleries are viewable at Sigma fp L Gallery & Sony HX7V Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sigma fp L features external measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Sony HX7V has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the fp L and the HX7V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the fp L and HX7V is 83 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by looking through technical specs. The visual underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the fp L and HX7V.

As you have seen, each of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The fp L having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Sigma fp L will provide you with extra detail with its extra 45MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more recent fp L is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.