Sigma fp vs Sony A7S
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Sigma fp vs Sony A7S Key Specs
(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
(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
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).
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe 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.
Sigma fp vs Sony A7S Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma fp & Sony Alpha A7S. The complete galleries are available at Sigma fp Gallery & Sony A7S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sigma fp over the Sony A7S
fp | A7S | |||
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Released | July 2019 | April 2014 | More recent by 65 months | |
Display dimension | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 1230k | Clearer display (+870k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A7S over the Sigma fp
A7S | fp | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Sigma fp and Sony A7S
fp | A7S | |||
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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.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.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the fp and A7S is 84 and 77 respectively.
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 Screen and ViewFinder
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Sigma fp vs Sony A7S Specifications
Sigma fp | Sony Alpha A7S | |
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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 |