Sigma fp L vs Sony A99

In this write-up, we are looking at the Sigma fp L and Sony A99, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced DSLR by companies Sigma and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the fp L (61MP) and A99 (24MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (Full frame).

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The fp L was unveiled 8 years after the A99 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A99 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the fp L matches up versus the A99 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma fp L and Sony SLT-A99. The full galleries are available at Sigma fp L Gallery and Sony A99 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Sigma fp L provides outer dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Sony A99 has proportions of 147mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 3.1") and a weight of 812 grams (1.79 lbs).

Look at the Sigma fp L and Sony A99 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the fp L versus the A99.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the fp L and A99 is 83 and 57 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to see the gap between sensor dimensions just by looking at technical specs. The picture below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the fp L and A99.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sigma fp L to resolve more detail having an extra 37MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The younger fp L will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.