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Sigma fp vs Sony A7S

Portability
84
Imaging
76
Features
79
Overall
77
Sigma fp front
 
Sony Alpha A7S front
Portability
77
Imaging
60
Features
73
Overall
65

Sigma fp vs Sony A7S Key Specs

Sigma fp
(Full Review)
  • 25MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600 (Expand to 102400)
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 422g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
  • Released July 2019
  • Newer Model is Sigma fp L
Sony A7S
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 409600
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 489g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
  • Released April 2014
  • Updated by Sony A7S II
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Sigma fp vs Sony A7S Overview

Below is a detailed assessment of the Sigma fp versus Sony A7S, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Sigma and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the fp (25MP) and A7S (12MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizing (Full frame).

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The fp was launched 5 years later than the A7S and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the fp scores against the A7S when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Sigma fp over the Sony A7S

 fp A7S 
ReleasedJuly 2019April 2014More recent by 65 months
Display dimension3.2"3"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution2100k1230kClearer display (+870k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Sony A7S over the Sigma fp

 A7S fp 
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display

Common features in the Sigma fp and Sony A7S

 fp A7S 
Manually focus Very accurate focusing
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen

Sigma fp vs Sony A7S Physical Comparison

In case you're intending to lug around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Sigma fp offers exterior dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs) while the Sony A7S has sizing of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 489 grams (1.08 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma fp versus Sony A7S in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the fp compared to the A7S.

Sigma fp vs Sony A7S size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the fp and A7S is 84 and 77 respectively.

Sigma fp vs Sony A7S top view buttons comparison

Sigma fp vs Sony A7S Sensor Comparison

Often, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements only by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph here will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the fp and A7S.

As you can see, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can anticipate the Sigma fp to offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 13 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The younger fp provides an edge in sensor tech.

Sigma fp vs Sony A7S sensor size comparison

Sigma fp vs Sony A7S Screen and ViewFinder

Sigma fp vs Sony A7S Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Sigma fp
Portrait photography with Sony A7S
85
you can focus manually
megapixel count amazing (25MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
features face detect focusing
supports RAW formats
68
has manual focus
sensor size is great (Full frame)
supports face detection autofocus
supports RAW formats
MP count low (12 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Sigma fp Street photography features
Sony A7S Street photography features
77
sensor size is large (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
boasts focus via touch
weather proof
above average high ISO (25,600)
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
76
has a tilting screen
sensor size is great (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
environment proofing
lighter than others (489 grams)
very good ISO range (409,600)
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sigma fp Sports photography factors
Sony A7S Sports photography factors
73
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
megapixel count amazing (25 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
features tracking focus
weather proof
does not have image stabilization
no phase detect AF
52
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
supports tracking autofocus
environment proofing
slow continuous shooting (5.0 frames per second)
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
not so great battery pack (360 CIPA)
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Sigma fp Travel photography factors
Sony A7S Travel photography factors
78
weather proof
boasts focus via touch
megapixel count amazing (25 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
58
lighter than others (489 grams)
environment proofing
not so great battery pack (360 CIPA)
MP count low (12MP)
does not have selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Sigma fp as a Landscape photography camera
Sony A7S as a Landscape photography camera
83
you can focus manually
change lenses (Leica L mount)
screen size is decent (3.2")
megapixel count amazing (25MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
above average high ISO (25,600)
supports RAW formats
weather proof
does not have image stabilization
66
has manual focus
swap lenses (Sony E mount)
nice screen size (3")
sensor size is great (Full frame)
very good ISO range (409,600)
supports RAW formats
environment proofing
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
not so great battery pack (360 per charge)
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Vlogging Comparison

Sigma fp Vlogging information
Sony A7S Vlogging information
37
screen is touchscreen
features face detect focusing
video res high (3840 x 2160 pxls)
includes microphone socket
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
34
supports face detection autofocus
high video quality (3840 x 2160 pxls)
includes external mic port
lighter than others (489 grams)
does not have selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
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Sigma fp vs Sony A7S Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sigma fp and Sony A7S
 Sigma fpSony Alpha A7S
General Information
Brand Name Sigma Sony
Model type Sigma fp Sony Alpha A7S
Type Advanced Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Released 2019-07-11 2014-04-06
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by - Bionz X
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Full frame Full frame
Sensor dimensions 35.9 x 23.9mm 35.8 x 23.9mm
Sensor surface area 858.0mm² 855.6mm²
Sensor resolution 25 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 6000 x 4000 4240 x 2832
Highest native ISO 25600 409600
Highest enhanced ISO 102400 -
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Lowest enhanced ISO 6 -
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 49 25
Lens
Lens mount type Leica L Sony E
Number of lenses 30 121
Focal length multiplier 1 1
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Tilting
Screen size 3.2 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 2,100k dot 1,230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 2,359k dot
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.71x
Features
Min shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Max shutter speed 1/8000 secs 1/8000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 12.0 frames/s 5.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash options no built-in flash no built-in flash
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160, XAVC S 1080 60p(50Mbps), 30p (50Mbps), 24p (50Mbps). 720 120p (50Mbps). AVCHD 60p (28Mbps), 60i (24Mbps/17Mbps), 24p (24Mbps/17Mbps)
Highest video resolution 3840x2160 3840x2160
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless No Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 422 gr (0.93 lb) 489 gr (1.08 lb)
Dimensions 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") 127 x 94 x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 87
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 23.9
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 13.2
DXO Low light rating not tested 3702
Other
Battery life - 360 shots
Battery form - Battery Pack
Battery ID BP-51 NP-FW50
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 wec) Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures))
Time lapse feature With downloadable app
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots Single Single
Launch cost $2,050 $1,998