Sigma fp L vs Sony TX55

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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.