Sigma fp L vs Sony W560

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Sigma fp L and Sony W560, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Sigma and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the fp L (61MP) and W560 (14MP) and the fp L (Full frame) and W560 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor size.

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The fp L was revealed 10 years after the W560 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W560 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the fp L scores against the W560 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma fp L and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560. The full galleries are available at Sigma fp L Gallery and Sony W560 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Sigma fp L has got outer dimensions 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 W560 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma fp L and Sony W560 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the fp L against the W560.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the fp L and W560 is 83 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes only by viewing technical specs. The picture below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the fp L and W560.

As you have seen, each of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The fp L having a larger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Sigma fp L will provide you with more detail because of its extra 47MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The more modern fp L will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.