Sigma fp vs Sony HX90V

In this write-up, we are matching up the Sigma fp vs Sony HX90V, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Sigma and Sony. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the fp (25MP) and HX90V (18MP) and the fp (Full frame) and HX90V (1/2.3") feature different sensor dimensions.

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The fp was announced 4 years after the HX90V which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX90V being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple overview of how the fp scores against the HX90V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma fp and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The whole galleries are viewable at Sigma fp Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Sigma fp provides physical dimensions 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 HX90V has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the fp compared to the HX90V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the fp and HX90V is 84 and 91 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specs. The picture underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the fp and HX90V.

All in all, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The fp with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Sigma fp will resolve extra detail with its extra 7MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The newer fp provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.