Sigma fp L vs Sony W550

In this write-up, we are matching up the Sigma fp L and Sony W550, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the fp L (61MP) and W550 (14MP) and the fp L (Full frame) and W550 (1/2.3") possess different sensor dimensions.

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The fp L was manufactured 9 years after the W550 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W550 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summation of how the fp L scores vs the W550 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma fp L & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550. The entire galleries are available at Sigma fp L Gallery & Sony W550 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Sigma fp L comes with exterior dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Sony W550 has dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Compare the Sigma fp L and Sony W550 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the fp L vs the W550.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the fp L and W550 is 83 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes just by reading specs. The image here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the fp L and W550.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The fp L featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Sigma fp L will offer greater detail due to its extra 47MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The newer fp L should have a benefit in sensor innovation.