Sigma fp vs Sony NEX-5N

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Sigma fp and Sony NEX-5N, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Sigma and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the fp (25MP) and NEX-5N (16MP) and the fp (Full frame) and NEX-5N (APS-C) feature different sensor sizes.

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The fp was manufactured 7 years after the NEX-5N which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a short overview of how the fp matches up against the NEX-5N with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma fp & Sony Alpha NEX-5N. The entire galleries are provided at Sigma fp Gallery & Sony NEX-5N Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Sigma fp provides 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 NEX-5N has sizing of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the fp vs the NEX-5N.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the fp and NEX-5N is 84 and 89 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading specifications. The pic underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the fp and NEX-5N.

To sum up, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The fp because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Sigma fp will offer you extra detail due to its extra 9MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more recent fp provides a benefit in sensor tech.