Sigma fp L vs Sony TX100V

Here is a extended comparison of the Sigma fp L versus Sony TX100V, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Sigma and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the fp L (61MP) and TX100V (16MP) and the fp L (Full frame) and TX100V (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor size.

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The fp L was released 10 years later than the TX100V and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX100V being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the fp L scores against the TX100V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma fp L & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V. The complete galleries are provided at Sigma fp L Gallery & Sony TX100V Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sigma fp L offers outer 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 TX100V has proportions of 97mm x 59mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

Contrast the Sigma fp L versus Sony TX100V in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the fp L compared to the TX100V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the fp L and TX100V is 83 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out specs. The graphic here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the fp L and TX100V.

All in all, both the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The fp L featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Sigma fp L will produce greater detail as a result of its extra 45 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The newer fp L will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.