Sigma fp vs Sony A380

On this page, we will be comparing the Sigma fp vs Sony A380, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Sigma and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the fp (25MP) and A380 (14MP) and the fp (Full frame) and A380 (APS-C) posses different sensor size.

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The fp was unveiled 10 years after the A380 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A380 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the fp scores versus the A380 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma fp & Sony Alpha DSLR-A380. The full galleries are available at Sigma fp Gallery & Sony A380 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Sigma fp provides physical measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs) while the Sony A380 has dimensions of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 519 grams (1.14 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma fp vs Sony A380 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the fp and the A380.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the fp and A380 is 84 and 68 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by going over technical specs. The image below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the fp and A380.

As you have seen, each of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The fp with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Sigma fp will deliver extra detail having an extra 11MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The newer fp should have an advantage in sensor innovation.