Sigma fp L vs Sony S980

Below, we will be reviewing the Sigma fp L and Sony S980, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Sigma and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the fp L (61MP) and S980 (12MP) and the fp L (Full frame) and S980 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The fp L was announced 12 years after the S980 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony S980 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summation of how the fp L matches up versus the S980 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma fp L and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The whole galleries are available at Sigma fp L Gallery and Sony S980 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sigma fp L provides 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 S980 has proportions of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma fp L and Sony S980 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the fp L compared to the S980.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the fp L and S980 is 83 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions only by researching a spec sheet. The image underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the fp L and S980.

Clearly, both of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The fp L having a bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Sigma fp L will render greater detail with its extra 49MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher fp L will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.