Sigma fp L vs Sony HX9V

In this article, we are comparing the Sigma fp L versus Sony HX9V, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the fp L (61MP) and HX9V (16MP) and the fp L (Full frame) and HX9V (1/2.3") come with different sensor measurements.

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The fp L was released 9 years after the HX9V which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX9V being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the fp L grades vs the HX9V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma fp L and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The complete galleries are available at Sigma fp L Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Sigma fp L features exterior measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Sony HX9V has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the fp L vs the HX9V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the fp L and HX9V is 83 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by checking out technical specs. The picture below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the fp L and HX9V.

As you have seen, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The fp L featuring a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Sigma fp L will provide more detail as a result of its extra 45 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The fresher fp L should have an advantage in sensor technology.