Sigma fp vs Sony A3000

In this article, we are contrasting the Sigma fp and Sony A3000, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Sigma and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the fp (25MP) and A3000 (20MP) and the fp (Full frame) and A3000 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The fp was manufactured 5 years later than the A3000 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A3000 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the fp scores against the A3000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma fp & Sony Alpha A3000. The entire galleries are provided at Sigma fp Gallery & Sony A3000 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Sigma fp offers outer measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs) whilst the Sony A3000 has measurements of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the fp compared to the A3000.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the fp and A3000 is 84 and 69 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through specs. The visual here should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the fp and A3000.

All in all, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The fp featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Sigma fp will render greater detail due to its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more modern fp will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.