Sigma fp L vs Sony W730

Its time to examine more in depth at the Sigma fp L and Sony W730, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other 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 W730 (16MP) and the fp L (Full frame) and W730 (1/2.3") come with different sensor size.

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The fp L was announced 8 years later than the W730 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W730 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the fp L grades against the W730 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma fp L and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730. The whole galleries are available at Sigma fp L Gallery and Sony W730 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Sigma fp L enjoys external measurements 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 W730 has measurements of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Analyze the Sigma fp L and Sony W730 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the fp L against the W730.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the fp L and W730 is 83 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching specs. The visual underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the fp L and W730.

All in all, both the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The fp L using its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Sigma fp L will provide you with greater detail with its extra 45 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos much more aggressively. The more modern fp L provides an edge in sensor innovation.