Sigma fp vs Sony W830
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Sigma fp vs Sony W830 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 102400)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 422g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
- Released July 2019
- Updated by Sigma fp L
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 122g - 93 x 52 x 23mm
- Released January 2014

Sigma fp vs Sony W830 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Sigma fp versus Sony W830, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Sigma and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the fp (25MP) and W830 (20MP) and the fp (Full frame) and W830 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizes.

The fp was launched 5 years later than the W830 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W830 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the fp matches up vs the W830 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Sigma fp vs Sony W830 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma fp & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830. The complete galleries are provided at Sigma fp Gallery & Sony W830 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sigma fp over the Sony W830
fp | W830 | |||
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Released | July 2019 | ![]() | January 2014 | Fresher by 68 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen size | 3.2" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+1870k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W830 over the Sigma fp
W830 | fp |
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Common features in the Sigma fp and Sony W830
fp | W830 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Sigma fp vs Sony W830 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and size. The Sigma fp offers exterior dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs) while the Sony W830 has specifications of 93mm x 52mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).
Contrast the Sigma fp versus Sony W830 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the fp and the W830.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the fp and W830 is 84 and 96 respectively.

Sigma fp vs Sony W830 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading a spec sheet. The visual below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the fp and W830.
Clearly, each of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The fp because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Sigma fp will offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more modern fp is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

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Sigma fp vs Sony W830 Specifications
Sigma fp | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sigma | Sony |
Model | Sigma fp | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830 |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Released | 2019-07-11 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 25MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5152 x 3864 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | 102400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Min boosted ISO | 6 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Leica L | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.3-6.3 |
Available lenses | 30 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.2 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 2,100 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 2 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 12.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 2.80 m (with ISO auto) |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto / Flash On / Slow Synchro / Flash Off / Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | No | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 422g (0.93 lb) | 122g (0.27 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") | 93 x 52 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | BP-51 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 wec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo, microSD/microSDHC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $2,050 | $128 |