Sigma fp vs Sony RX100 VA
84 Imaging
75 Features
79 Overall
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89 Imaging
54 Features
77 Overall
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Sigma fp vs Sony RX100 VA Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Push to 102400)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 422g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
- Introduced July 2019
- Successor is Sigma fp L
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-70mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 299g - 102 x 58 x 41mm
- Revealed July 2018

Sigma fp vs Sony RX100 VA Overview
Following is a thorough comparison of the Sigma fp and Sony RX100 VA, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the fp (25MP) and RX100 VA (20MP) and the fp (Full frame) and RX100 VA (1") possess totally different sensor sizing.

The fp was launched 13 months after the RX100 VA which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX100 VA being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a brief summation of how the fp matches up against the RX100 VA with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Sigma fp vs Sony RX100 VA Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma fp & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A). The complete galleries are viewable at Sigma fp Gallery & Sony RX100 VA Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sigma fp over the Sony RX100 VA
fp | RX100 VA | |||
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Revealed | July 2019 | ![]() | July 2018 | More modern by 13 months |
Screen dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 1229k | Sharper screen (+871k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 VA over the Sigma fp
RX100 VA | fp | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Sigma fp and Sony RX100 VA
fp | RX100 VA | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing |
Sigma fp vs Sony RX100 VA Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Sigma fp enjoys physical dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") and a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 VA has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).
Check the Sigma fp and Sony RX100 VA in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the fp and the RX100 VA.
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Considering size and weight, the portability score of the fp and RX100 VA is 84 and 89 respectively.
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Sigma fp vs Sony RX100 VA Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by looking at specifications. The image underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the fp and RX100 VA.
To sum up, each of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The fp due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Sigma fp will resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 5MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more modern fp is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
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Sigma fp vs Sony RX100 VA Screen and ViewFinder
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Sigma fp vs Sony RX100 VA Specifications
Sigma fp | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A) | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sigma | Sony |
Model | Sigma fp | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A) |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2019-07-11 | 2018-07-13 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 25MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Max boosted ISO | 102400 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 6 | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 315 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Leica L | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 24-70mm (2.9x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/1.8-2.8 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Total lenses | 30 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3.2" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 2,100k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/2000s |
Maximum silent shutter speed | - | 1/32000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 12.0 frames per sec | 24.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 10.20 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Rear Sync, Flash Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/2000s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | No | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | NP-BX1 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 422 gr (0.93 lb) | 299 gr (0.66 lb) |
Dimensions | 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") | 102 x 58 x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 220 shots |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP-51 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 wec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $2,050 | $998 |