Sigma fp vs Sony TX200V

Its time to look more closely at the Sigma fp and Sony TX200V, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Sigma and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the fp (25MP) and TX200V (18MP) and the fp (Full frame) and TX200V (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor size.

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The fp was unveiled 7 years after the TX200V which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX200V being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a brief overview of how the fp scores against the TX200V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma fp and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V. The full galleries are provided at Sigma fp Gallery and Sony TX200V Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sigma fp enjoys outside 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) whilst the Sony TX200V has dimensions of 96mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") along with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

Check the Sigma fp and Sony TX200V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the fp against the TX200V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the fp and TX200V is 84 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes purely by looking at a spec sheet. The picture below might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the fp and TX200V.

As you can see, both of those cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The fp using its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Sigma fp will resolve more detail having an extra 7MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more recent fp is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.