Sigma fp vs Sony W610

In this article, we will be evaluating the Sigma fp versus Sony W610, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Sigma and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the fp (25MP) and W610 (14MP) and the fp (Full frame) and W610 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The fp was manufactured 7 years after the W610 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W610 being a Compact camera.

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the fp grades versus the W610 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma fp & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610. The entire galleries are viewable at Sigma fp Gallery & Sony W610 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sigma fp features external measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") and a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs) and the Sony W610 has proportions of 93mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the fp compared to the W610.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the fp and W610 is 84 and 97 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by checking out technical specs. The image below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the fp and W610.

As you have seen, each of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The fp because of its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sigma fp will provide extra detail due to its extra 11MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The younger fp should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.