Sigma fp vs Sony TX66

Following is a complete review of the Sigma fp versus Sony TX66, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the fp (25MP) and TX66 (18MP) and the fp (Full frame) and TX66 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizing.

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The fp was introduced 7 years after the TX66 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX66 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short introduction of how the fp scores versus the TX66 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma fp and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66. The whole galleries are viewable at Sigma fp Gallery and Sony TX66 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sigma fp has outer measurements 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 TX66 has proportions of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") having a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the fp vs the TX66.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the fp and TX66 is 84 and 97 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at technical specs. The image underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the fp and TX66.

As you can tell, each of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The fp having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sigma fp will give you greater detail using its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images more aggressively. The more modern fp should have an edge in sensor tech.