Sigma fp vs Sony TX1

Its time to examine more closely at the Sigma fp and Sony TX1, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Sigma and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the fp (25MP) and TX1 (10MP) and the fp (Full frame) and TX1 (1/2.4") feature totally different sensor size.

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The fp was launched 10 years after the TX1 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the fp grades against the TX1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma fp & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The complete galleries are provided at Sigma fp Gallery & Sony TX1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sigma fp enjoys outer 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) and the Sony TX1 has dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the fp compared to the TX1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the fp and TX1 is 84 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions just by looking at technical specs. The image below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the fp and TX1.

As you have seen, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The fp featuring a larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Sigma fp will resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 15MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The newer fp will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.