Sigma fp L vs Sony A68

Its time to take a closer look at the Sigma fp L and Sony A68, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Sigma and Sony. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the fp L (61MP) and A68 (24MP) and the fp L (Full frame) and A68 (APS-C) use totally different sensor measurements.

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The fp L was unveiled 5 years after the A68 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A68 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a brief summary of how the fp L matches up vs the A68 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma fp L & Sony SLT-A68. The full galleries are viewable at Sigma fp L Gallery & Sony A68 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Sigma fp L enjoys exterior measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") and a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Sony A68 has sizing of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") with a weight of 610 grams (1.34 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the fp L compared to the A68.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the fp L and A68 is 83 and 64 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes only by seeing a spec sheet. The pic below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the fp L and A68.

As you can see, each of these cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The fp L having a bigger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Sigma fp L will show extra detail having an extra 37MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The younger fp L is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.