Sigma fp vs Sony A7R III
84 Imaging
75 Features
79 Overall
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63 Imaging
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Sigma fp vs Sony A7R III Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Raise to 102400)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 422g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
- Introduced July 2019
- Successor is Sigma fp L
(Full Review)
- 42MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Increase to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 657g - 127 x 96 x 74mm
- Announced October 2017
- Older Model is Sony A7R II
- Newer Model is Sony A7R IV

Sigma fp vs Sony A7R III Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Sigma fp vs Sony A7R III, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Sigma and Sony. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the fp (25MP) and A7R III (42MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (Full frame).

The fp was unveiled 21 months later than the A7R III which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7R III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the fp grades vs the A7R III when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Sigma fp vs Sony A7R III Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma fp & Sony Alpha A7R III. The full galleries are viewable at Sigma fp Gallery & Sony A7R III Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sigma fp over the Sony A7R III
fp | A7R III | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Announced | July 2019 | ![]() | October 2017 | Fresher by 21 months |
Screen size | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 1440k | Clearer screen (+660k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A7R III over the Sigma fp
A7R III | fp | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Sigma fp and Sony A7R III
fp | A7R III | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Sigma fp vs Sony A7R III Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Sigma fp features outer dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs) and the Sony A7R III has specifications of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") along with a weight of 657 grams (1.45 lbs).
Take a look at the Sigma fp vs Sony A7R III in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the fp vs the A7R III.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the fp and A7R III is 84 and 63 respectively.

Sigma fp vs Sony A7R III Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over specifications. The visual underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the fp and A7R III.
To sum up, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Sony A7R III to deliver more detail having an extra 17MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The newer fp should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

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Sigma fp vs Sony A7R III Specifications
Sigma fp | Sony Alpha A7R III | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sigma | Sony |
Model | Sigma fp | Sony Alpha A7R III |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2019-07-11 | 2017-10-25 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 25MP | 42MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 7952 x 5304 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 32000 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 102400 | 102400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 6 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 425 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Leica L | Sony E |
Total lenses | 30 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 2,100 thousand dot | 1,440 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 3,686 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 12.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Off, Auto, Fill-flash, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | No | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 3.1 Gen 1(5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 422 grams (0.93 lb) | 657 grams (1.45 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") | 127 x 96 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 100 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 26.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 14.7 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 3523 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 650 photographs |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP-51 | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 wec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) | Two SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II support on one) |
Storage slots | One | Dual |
Retail price | $2,050 | $2,800 |