Sigma fp L vs Sony RX1R II

Let's look more closely at the Sigma fp L and Sony RX1R II, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Sigma and Sony. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the fp L (61MP) and RX1R II (42MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (Full frame).

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The fp L was released 5 years after the RX1R II which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX1R II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick overview of how the fp L matches up versus the RX1R II with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma fp L and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II. The complete galleries are viewable at Sigma fp L Gallery and Sony RX1R II Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Sigma fp L provides external dimensions 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 RX1R II has proportions of 113mm x 65mm x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") having a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the fp L versus the RX1R II.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the fp L and RX1R II is 83 and 78 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading a spec sheet. The picture here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the fp L and RX1R II.

Clearly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sigma fp L to deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 19MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The younger fp L will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.