Sigma fp L vs Sony QX10

Below is a detailed analysis of the Sigma fp L versus Sony QX10, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Lens-style by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the fp L (61MP) and QX10 (18MP) and the fp L (Full frame) and QX10 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizing.

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The fp L was revealed 7 years later than the QX10 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony QX10 being a Lens-style camera.

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the fp L scores vs the QX10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma fp L and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10. The full galleries are provided at Sigma fp L Gallery and Sony QX10 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sigma fp L enjoys exterior 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 QX10 has dimensions of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).

Compare the Sigma fp L versus Sony QX10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the fp L and the QX10.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the fp L and QX10 is 83 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements only by reading specs. The photograph below will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the fp L and QX10.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The fp L using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Sigma fp L will offer you more detail because of its extra 43 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots more aggressively. The fresher fp L provides a benefit in sensor innovation.