Sigma fp L vs Sony FX3
83 Imaging
82 Features
80 Overall
81


62 Imaging
65 Features
92 Overall
75
Sigma fp L vs Sony FX3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Increase to 102400)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 427g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
- Revealed March 2021
- Older Model is Sigma fp
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 102400 (Expand to 409600)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 716g - 130 x 78 x 85mm
- Released February 2021

Sigma fp L vs Sony FX3 Overview
Let's look much closer at the Sigma fp L versus Sony FX3, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Sigma and Sony. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the fp L (61MP) and FX3 (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (Full frame).

The fp L was brought out around the same time to the FX3 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the fp L matches up versus the FX3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Sigma fp L vs Sony FX3 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma fp L and Sony FX3. The entire galleries are available at Sigma fp L Gallery and Sony FX3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sigma fp L over the Sony FX3
fp L | FX3 | |||
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Screen size | 3.2" | ![]() | 3.00" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 1440k | Sharper screen (+660k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony FX3 over the Sigma fp L
FX3 | fp L | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen type | Fully articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Sigma fp L and Sony FX3
fp L | FX3 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Released | March 2021 | ![]() | February 2021 | Same generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Sigma fp L vs Sony FX3 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Sigma fp L offers physical 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) whilst the Sony FX3 has measurements of 130mm x 78mm x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") with a weight of 716 grams (1.58 lbs).
Examine the Sigma fp L versus Sony FX3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the fp L vs the FX3.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the fp L and FX3 is 83 and 62 respectively.

Sigma fp L vs Sony FX3 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor measurements purely by checking out technical specs. The photograph below may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the fp L and FX3.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sigma fp L to provide greater detail having its extra 49MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs way more aggressively.

Sigma fp L vs Sony FX3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Sigma fp L vs Sony FX3 Specifications
Sigma fp L | Sony FX3 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Make | Sigma | Sony |
Model type | Sigma fp L | Sony FX3 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2021-03-25 | 2021-02-23 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 61 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 9520 x 6328 | 4240 x 2832 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 102400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 102400 | 409600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 6 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 759 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Leica L | Sony E |
Total lenses | 40 | 187 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully articulated |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 3.00" |
Screen resolution | 2,100k dots | 1,440k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.83x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-1, H.264, H.265 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes (USB Power Delivery supported) | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 427 grams (0.94 pounds) | 716 grams (1.58 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") | 130 x 78 x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 85 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 24.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.4 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 3900 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 photographs | 600 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP-51 | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots |
Card slots | 1 | Two |
Launch pricing | $2,499 | $3,900 |