Sigma fp vs Sony A6500

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Sigma fp vs Sony A6500, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Sigma and Sony. The resolution of the fp (25MP) and the A6500 (24MP) is very well matched but the fp (Full frame) and A6500 (APS-C) feature different sensor size.

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The fp was revealed 2 years after the A6500 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a quick overview of how the fp matches up versus the A6500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma fp & Sony Alpha a6500. The full galleries are provided at Sigma fp Gallery & Sony A6500 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Sigma fp enjoys outer dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs) and the Sony A6500 has specifications of 120mm x 67mm x 53mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.1") having a weight of 453 grams (1.00 lbs).

Contrast the Sigma fp vs Sony A6500 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the fp and the A6500.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the fp and A6500 is 84 and 81 respectively.

Often, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specs. The picture here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the fp and A6500.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The fp with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Sigma fp will resolve greater detail because of its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The fresher fp should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.