Sigma fp vs Sony W220

Below, we will be analyzing the Sigma fp and Sony W220, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Sigma and Sony. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the fp (25MP) and W220 (12MP) and the fp (Full frame) and W220 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor size.

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The fp was unveiled 10 years after the W220 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W220 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the fp grades vs the W220 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma fp and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The full galleries are provided at Sigma fp Gallery and Sony W220 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sigma fp comes with outside dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs) and the Sony W220 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the fp vs the W220.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the fp and W220 is 84 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specifications. The image underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the fp and W220.

Plainly, each of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The fp with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Sigma fp will offer more detail having an extra 13 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The fresher fp will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.