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Sigma fp vs Sony NEX-7

Portability
84
Imaging
76
Features
79
Overall
77
Sigma fp front
 
Sony Alpha NEX-7 front
Portability
84
Imaging
63
Features
71
Overall
66

Sigma fp vs Sony NEX-7 Key Specs

Sigma fp
(Full Review)
  • 25MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 102400)
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 422g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
  • Launched July 2019
  • Successor is Sigma fp L
Sony NEX-7
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 16000
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 400g - 120 x 67 x 43mm
  • Announced December 2011
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Sigma fp vs Sony NEX-7 Overview

Here, we will be analyzing the Sigma fp versus Sony NEX-7, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Sigma and Sony. The sensor resolution of the fp (25MP) and the NEX-7 (24MP) is relatively similar but the fp (Full frame) and NEX-7 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The fp was revealed 7 years after the NEX-7 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summary of how the fp matches up against the NEX-7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Sigma fp over the Sony NEX-7

 fp NEX-7 
AnnouncedJuly 2019December 2011More modern by 93 months
Screen size3.2"3"Bigger screen (+0.2")
Screen resolution2100k921kClearer screen (+1179k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Sony NEX-7 over the Sigma fp

 NEX-7 fp 
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen

Common features in the Sigma fp and Sony NEX-7

 fp NEX-7 
Focus manually Dial accurate focus
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Sigma fp vs Sony NEX-7 Physical Comparison

In case you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Sigma fp features outside measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-7 has sizing of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma fp versus Sony NEX-7 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the fp and the NEX-7.

Sigma fp vs Sony NEX-7 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the fp and NEX-7 is 84 and 84 respectively.

Sigma fp vs Sony NEX-7 top view buttons comparison

Sigma fp vs Sony NEX-7 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes merely by going over technical specs. The pic underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the fp and NEX-7.

As you have seen, both the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The fp having a bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Sigma fp will deliver extra detail because of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent fp is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.

Sigma fp vs Sony NEX-7 sensor size comparison

Sigma fp vs Sony NEX-7 Screen and ViewFinder

Sigma fp vs Sony NEX-7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Sigma fp as a Portrait photography camera
Sony NEX-7 as a Portrait photography camera
85
manual focus
sensor resolution is great (25 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
has face detect focus
delivers RAW files
77
manual focus
megapixel count good (24MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
comes with face detect focusing
supports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Sigma fp
Street photography with Sony NEX-7
77
sensor size is great (Full frame)
delivers RAW files
offers focus via touch
weather sealing
great high ISO (25,600)
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
76
tilting screen
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports RAW files
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sigma fp Sports photography advice
Sony NEX-7 Sports photography advice
73
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
sensor resolution is great (25 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
has tracking focus
weather sealing
no image stabilization
has no phase detect auto focus
61
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
better than average battery pack (430 CIPA)
does not have image stabilization
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Sigma fp
Travel photography with Sony NEX-7
78
weather sealing
offers focus via touch
sensor resolution is great (25MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
70
better than average battery pack (430 per charge)
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
has built in flash
missing Time Lapse recording
does not have selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Sigma fp Landscape photography information
Sony NEX-7 Landscape photography information
83
manual focus
swap lenses (Leica L mount)
decent sized screen (3.2 inches)
sensor resolution is great (25 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
great high ISO (25,600)
delivers RAW files
weather sealing
no image stabilization
72
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Sony E mount)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports RAW files
better than average battery pack (430 per charge)
does not have image stabilization
missing Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Sigma fp Vlogging info
Sony NEX-7 Vlogging info
37
has touchscreen
has face detect focus
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pxls)
includes mic support
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
35
comes with face detect focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
has mic jack
does not have selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
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Sigma fp vs Sony NEX-7 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sigma fp and Sony NEX-7
 Sigma fpSony Alpha NEX-7
General Information
Brand Sigma Sony
Model Sigma fp Sony Alpha NEX-7
Category Advanced Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Launched 2019-07-11 2011-12-13
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor - Bionz
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Full frame APS-C
Sensor dimensions 35.9 x 23.9mm 23.5 x 15.6mm
Sensor area 858.0mm² 366.6mm²
Sensor resolution 25 megapixels 24 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 6000 x 4000 6000 x 4000
Max native ISO 25600 16000
Max enhanced ISO 102400 -
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Minimum enhanced ISO 6 -
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points 49 25
Lens
Lens mount Leica L Sony E
Available lenses 30 121
Crop factor 1 1.5
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Tilting
Display sizing 3.2 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 2,100 thousand dot 921 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Viewfinder coverage - 100%
Viewfinder magnification - 0.73x
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 12.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range no built-in flash 6.00 m
Flash settings no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Max flash sync - 1/160 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 3840x2160 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless No Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 422 gr (0.93 pounds) 400 gr (0.88 pounds)
Physical dimensions 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") 120 x 67 x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 81
DXO Color Depth score not tested 24.1
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 13.4
DXO Low light score not tested 1016
Other
Battery life - 430 pictures
Battery format - Battery Pack
Battery model BP-51 NPFW50
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 wec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 or 5 images))
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots Single Single
Retail pricing $2,050 $699