Sigma fp L vs Sony TX55
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Sigma fp L vs Sony TX55 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Expand to 102400)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 427g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
- Launched March 2021
- Replaced the Sigma fp
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 109g - 93 x 54 x 13mm
- Released July 2011

Sigma fp L vs Sony TX55 Overview
The following is a extensive review of the Sigma fp L and Sony TX55, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Sigma and Sony. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the fp L (61MP) and TX55 (16MP) and the fp L (Full frame) and TX55 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizes.

The fp L was launched 9 years after the TX55 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX55 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the fp L scores against the TX55 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Sigma fp L vs Sony TX55 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma fp L & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. The complete galleries are available at Sigma fp L Gallery & Sony TX55 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sigma fp L over the Sony TX55
fp L | TX55 | |||
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Released | March 2021 | ![]() | July 2011 | Newer by 118 months |
Display resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 1230k | Sharper display (+870k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony TX55 over the Sigma fp L
TX55 | fp L | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display dimensions | 3.3" | ![]() | 3.2" | Larger display (+0.1") |
Common features in the Sigma fp L and Sony TX55
fp L | TX55 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Sigma fp L vs Sony TX55 Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sigma fp L offers exterior dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Sony TX55 has dimensions of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") accompanied by a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).
Take a look at the Sigma fp L and Sony TX55 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the fp L versus the TX55.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the fp L and TX55 is 83 and 97 respectively.

Sigma fp L vs Sony TX55 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions just by viewing technical specs. The pic below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the fp L and TX55.
As you can tell, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The fp L featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Sigma fp L will provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 45 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The fresher fp L should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Sigma fp L vs Sony TX55 Screen and ViewFinder


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Sigma fp L vs Sony TX55 Specifications
Sigma fp L | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sigma | Sony |
Model type | Sigma fp L | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2021-03-25 | 2011-07-24 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 61 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 9520 x 6328 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 102400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Min boosted ISO | 6 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Leica L | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 3cm |
Number of lenses | 40 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inches | 3.3 inches |
Resolution of display | 2,100 thousand dot | 1,230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | XtraFine OLED display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.83x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 3.70 m |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes (USB Power Delivery supported) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 427 grams (0.94 lbs) | 109 grams (0.24 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") | 93 x 54 x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 photos | 250 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP-51 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) | microSD/SDHC, Memory Stick Micro |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $2,499 | $350 |