Sigma fp vs Sony W320

Lets examine more closely at the Sigma fp vs Sony W320, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Sigma and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the fp (25MP) and W320 (14MP) and the fp (Full frame) and W320 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The fp was manufactured 9 years after the W320 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W320 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the fp scores against the W320 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma fp & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320. The entire galleries are viewable at Sigma fp Gallery & Sony W320 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Sigma fp comes with outer 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 W320 has specifications of 93mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma fp vs Sony W320 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the fp and the W320.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the fp and W320 is 84 and 97 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes just by reading through specs. The image below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the fp and W320.

All in all, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The fp because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sigma fp will give greater detail due to its extra 11MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more modern fp is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.