Sigma fp vs Sony A7

Let's take a closer look at the Sigma fp vs Sony A7, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. The resolution of the fp (25MP) and the A7 (24MP) is pretty comparable and they use the exact same sensor sizing (Full frame).

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The fp was launched 5 years later than the A7 and that 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 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the fp matches up versus the A7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma fp & Sony Alpha A7. The complete galleries are available at Sigma fp Gallery & Sony A7 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sigma fp comes with external measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") and a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs) while the Sony A7 has measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") and a weight of 474 grams (1.04 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the fp and the A7.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the fp and A7 is 84 and 78 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements only by checking out technical specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the fp and A7.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Sigma fp to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The younger fp will have an edge in sensor technology.