Sigma fp L vs Sony W570

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Sigma fp L and Sony W570, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact by companies Sigma and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the fp L (61MP) and W570 (16MP) and the fp L (Full frame) and W570 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor dimensions.

Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

The fp L was introduced 10 years after the W570 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W570 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the fp L grades versus the W570 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma fp L & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570. The whole galleries are viewable at Sigma fp L Gallery & Sony W570 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and size. The Sigma fp L features outer measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") and a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Sony W570 has specifications of 91mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Examine the Sigma fp L and Sony W570 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the fp L compared to the W570.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the fp L and W570 is 83 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes simply by looking at specifications. The pic below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the fp L and W570.

Plainly, the 2 cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The fp L having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sigma fp L will resolve more detail using its extra 45 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The fresher fp L provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.