Sigma fp vs Sony W510

In this write-up, we are looking at the Sigma fp vs Sony W510, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the fp (25MP) and W510 (12MP) and the fp (Full frame) and W510 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizing.

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The fp was introduced 8 years after the W510 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W510 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the fp scores versus the W510 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma fp and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The whole galleries are viewable at Sigma fp Gallery and Sony W510 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you should think about its weight and volume. The Sigma fp enjoys exterior measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs) whilst the Sony W510 has sizing of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Compare the Sigma fp vs Sony W510 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the fp against the W510.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the fp and W510 is 84 and 96 respectively.

Often, it's hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading through specs. The pic below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the fp and W510.

All in all, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The fp with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Sigma fp will resolve greater detail using its extra 13 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The younger fp provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.