Sigma fp L vs Sony WX30

Here is a thorough review of the Sigma fp L and Sony WX30, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Sigma and Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the fp L (61MP) and WX30 (16MP) and the fp L (Full frame) and WX30 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizes.

Photography Glossary

The fp L was launched 9 years later than the WX30 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX30 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the fp L scores against the WX30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma fp L & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The complete galleries are provided at Sigma fp L Gallery & Sony WX30 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sigma fp L offers exterior 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 WX30 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Sigma fp L and Sony WX30 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the fp L versus the WX30.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the fp L and WX30 is 83 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing just by reviewing specifications. The graphic here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the fp L and WX30.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The fp L because of its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Sigma fp L will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 45MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern fp L is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.