Sigma fp vs Sony TX20

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Sigma fp versus Sony TX20, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Sigma and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the fp (25MP) and TX20 (16MP) and the fp (Full frame) and TX20 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The fp was announced 7 years later than the TX20 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX20 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief view of how the fp matches up vs the TX20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma fp and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The whole galleries are provided at Sigma fp Gallery and Sony TX20 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Sigma fp comes with physical 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) while the Sony TX20 has measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Check the Sigma fp versus Sony TX20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the fp compared to the TX20.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the fp and TX20 is 84 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements just by reading through specs. The visual underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the fp and TX20.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The fp with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Sigma fp will give extra detail with its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer fp is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.