Sigma fp L vs Sony WX1

The following is a extensive assessment of the Sigma fp L vs Sony WX1, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Sigma and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the fp L (61MP) and WX1 (10MP) and the fp L (Full frame) and WX1 (1/2.4") use different sensor sizes.

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The fp L was announced 11 years after the WX1 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the fp L grades versus the WX1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma fp L & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The whole galleries are viewable at Sigma fp L Gallery & Sony WX1 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Sigma fp L has outer 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) whilst the Sony WX1 has specifications of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the fp L vs the WX1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the fp L and WX1 is 83 and 96 respectively.

Generally, its hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions only by looking through specs. The image underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the fp L and WX1.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The fp L having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Sigma fp L will provide you with greater detail with its extra 51MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The fresher fp L should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.