Sigma fp vs Sony W690

The following is a in depth analysis of the Sigma fp and Sony W690, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Sigma and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the fp (25MP) and W690 (16MP) and the fp (Full frame) and W690 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The fp was brought out 7 years after the W690 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W690 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summation of how the fp grades vs the W690 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma fp & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The entire galleries are viewable at Sigma fp Gallery & Sony W690 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Sigma fp features outer measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs) whilst the Sony W690 has sizing of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the fp compared to the W690.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the fp and W690 is 84 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions simply by going through specifications. The picture underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the fp and W690.

To sum up, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The fp featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Sigma fp will show greater detail having its extra 9MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent fp will have an advantage in sensor innovation.