Sigma fp L vs Sony A33
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Sigma fp L vs Sony A33 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Push to 102400)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 427g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
- Launched March 2021
- Previous Model is Sigma fp
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 500g - 124 x 92 x 85mm
- Launched August 2010
- Updated by Sony A35

Sigma fp L vs Sony A33 Overview
Below, we will be evaluating the Sigma fp L and Sony A33, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the fp L (61MP) and A33 (14MP) and the fp L (Full frame) and A33 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor size.

The fp L was manufactured 10 years after the A33 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A33 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the fp L scores versus the A33 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Sigma fp L vs Sony A33 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma fp L & Sony SLT-A33. The entire galleries are provided at Sigma fp L Gallery & Sony A33 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sigma fp L over the Sony A33
fp L | A33 | |||
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Launched | March 2021 | ![]() | August 2010 | Newer by 129 months |
Screen dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 921k | Clearer screen (+1179k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A33 over the Sigma fp L
A33 | fp L | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Sigma fp L and Sony A33
fp L | A33 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing |
Sigma fp L vs Sony A33 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Sigma fp L offers outer measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Sony A33 has sizing of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") with a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).
Examine the Sigma fp L and Sony A33 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the fp L versus the A33.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the fp L and A33 is 83 and 67 respectively.

Sigma fp L vs Sony A33 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specifications. The picture underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the fp L and A33.
Plainly, the two cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The fp L due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Sigma fp L will show extra detail due to its extra 47 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively. The newer fp L is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Sigma fp L vs Sony A33 Screen and ViewFinder


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Sigma fp L vs Sony A33 Specifications
Sigma fp L | Sony SLT-A33 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sigma | Sony |
Model | Sigma fp L | Sony SLT-A33 |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2021-03-25 | 2010-08-24 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 61 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 9520 x 6328 | 4592 x 3056 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | 102400 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 6 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 15 |
Cross focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Leica L | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Number of lenses | 40 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 2,100k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680k dot | 1,150k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.83x | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 10.00 m (@ ISO 100) |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 | 1920 x 1080 (60, 29.97 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes (USB Power Delivery supported) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 427g (0.94 pounds) | 500g (1.10 pounds) |
Dimensions | 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") | 124 x 92 x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 70 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 591 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 shots | 340 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP-51 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $2,499 | $230 |