Sigma fp vs Sony a3500

Lets take a closer look at the Sigma fp versus Sony a3500, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Sigma and Sony. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the fp (25MP) and a3500 (20MP) and the fp (Full frame) and a3500 (APS-C) possess different sensor size.

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The fp was announced 5 years later than the a3500 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony a3500 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a brief summary of how the fp scores vs the a3500 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma fp and Sony Alpha a3500. The whole galleries are available at Sigma fp Gallery and Sony a3500 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Sigma fp has outside 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) whilst the Sony a3500 has specifications of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") and a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

Check the Sigma fp versus Sony a3500 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the fp against the a3500.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the fp and a3500 is 84 and 69 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualize the gap in sensor measurements merely by checking out specs. The graphic below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the fp and a3500.

As you can plainly see, both cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The fp with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Sigma fp will show greater detail with its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent fp provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.