Sigma fp vs Sony NEX-5R

Below, we will be reviewing the Sigma fp and Sony NEX-5R, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Sigma and Sony. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the fp (25MP) and NEX-5R (16MP) and the fp (Full frame) and NEX-5R (APS-C) use totally different sensor sizing.

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The fp was brought out 6 years after the NEX-5R which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the fp matches up vs the NEX-5R in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma fp & Sony Alpha NEX-5R. The entire galleries are viewable at Sigma fp Gallery & Sony NEX-5R Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Sigma fp has physical measurements 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 NEX-5R has proportions of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") and a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the fp and the NEX-5R.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the fp and NEX-5R is 84 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes only by researching specifications. The picture below might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the fp and NEX-5R.

Plainly, both the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The fp because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Sigma fp will provide you with extra detail having its extra 9MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more recent fp will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.