Sigma fp L vs Sony A58

Following is a detailed review of the Sigma fp L and Sony A58, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the fp L (61MP) and A58 (20MP) and the fp L (Full frame) and A58 (APS-C) have different sensor sizes.

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The fp L was brought out 7 years after the A58 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A58 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the fp L grades versus the A58 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma fp L and Sony SLT-A58. The entire galleries are viewable at Sigma fp L Gallery and Sony A58 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Sigma fp L provides physical 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) while the Sony A58 has dimensions of 129mm x 95mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1") and a weight of 492 grams (1.08 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma fp L and Sony A58 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the fp L vs the A58.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the fp L and A58 is 83 and 68 respectively.

Often, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes merely by checking specifications. The image underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the fp L and A58.

Plainly, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The fp L due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Sigma fp L will give greater detail having its extra 41MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent fp L provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.