Sigma fp vs Sony A7R II

Here is a comprehensive overview of the Sigma fp versus Sony A7R II, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the fp (25MP) and A7R II (42MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (Full frame).

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The fp was introduced 4 years later than the A7R II and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7R II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the fp scores versus the A7R II when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma fp and Sony Alpha A7R II. The whole galleries are provided at Sigma fp Gallery and Sony A7R II Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Sigma fp has got outer measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs) and the Sony A7R II has specifications of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") having a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the fp and the A7R II.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the fp and A7R II is 84 and 68 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing merely by looking through technical specs. The visual here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the fp and A7R II.

As you have seen, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony A7R II to render more detail using its extra 17MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The more recent fp provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.