Sigma fp L vs Sony W650

Its time to look closer at the Sigma fp L versus Sony W650, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Sigma and Sony. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the fp L (61MP) and W650 (16MP) and the fp L (Full frame) and W650 (1/2.3") possess different sensor dimensions.

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The fp L was introduced 9 years after the W650 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W650 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a simple summary of how the fp L matches up vs the W650 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma fp L and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The whole galleries are provided at Sigma fp L Gallery and Sony W650 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Sigma fp L features physical dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Sony W650 has sizing of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Contrast the Sigma fp L versus Sony W650 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the fp L compared to the W650.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the fp L and W650 is 83 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by viewing technical specs. The pic here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the fp L and W650.

As you can tell, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The fp L having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Sigma fp L will render more detail using its extra 45 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher fp L provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.