Sigma fp L vs Sony TX7

On this page, we are analyzing the Sigma fp L and Sony TX7, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Sigma and Sony. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the fp L (61MP) and TX7 (10MP) and the fp L (Full frame) and TX7 (1/2.4") posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The fp L was released 11 years after the TX7 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX7 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a short overview of how the fp L scores vs the TX7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma fp L & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7. The complete galleries are available at Sigma fp L Gallery & Sony TX7 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Sigma fp L has external measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") and a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Sony TX7 has sizing of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Examine the Sigma fp L and Sony TX7 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the fp L vs the TX7.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the fp L and TX7 is 83 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes merely by reviewing technical specs. The pic here may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the fp L and TX7.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The fp L featuring a larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Sigma fp L will deliver more detail as a result of its extra 51 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The fresher fp L will have an edge in sensor innovation.