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Sigma fp vs Sony W830

Portability
84
Imaging
75
Features
79
Overall
76
Sigma fp front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830 front
Portability
96
Imaging
44
Features
26
Overall
36

Sigma fp vs Sony W830 Key Specs

Sigma fp
(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
Sony W830
(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
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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.

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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.

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Reasons to pick Sigma fp over the Sony W830

 fp W830 
ReleasedJuly 2019January 2014Fresher by 68 months
Manual focus Very accurate focusing
Screen size3.2"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution2100k230kSharper screen (+1870k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Sony W830 over the Sigma fp

 W830 fp 

Common features in the Sigma fp and Sony W830

 fp W830 
Screen typeFixed 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Sigma fp vs Sony W830 size comparison

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

Sigma fp vs Sony W830 top view buttons comparison

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.

Sigma fp vs Sony W830 sensor size comparison

Sigma fp vs Sony W830 Screen and ViewFinder

Sigma fp vs Sony W830 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Sigma fp Portrait photography features
Sony W830 Portrait photography features
85
manual focus
sensor resolution is high (25 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
includes face detect autofocus
saves RAW files
37
sensor resolution is decent (20 megapixels)
includes face detect autofocus
focusing manually not possible
no manual mode
can't use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Sigma fp
Street photography with Sony W830
77
big sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW files
boasts touch to focus
weather proof
great ISO range (25,600)
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
59
built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sigma fp Sports photography factors
Sony W830 Sports photography factors
73
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
sensor resolution is high (25MP)
big sensor size (Full frame)
includes tracking focus
weather proof
no image stabilization
does not have phase detect autofocus
43
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (20MP)
includes tracking focus
low frames per second (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Sigma fp Travel photography info
Sony W830 Travel photography info
78
weather proof
boasts touch to focus
sensor resolution is high (25 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
67
sensor resolution is decent (20MP)
built-in flash
rather wide (25mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Sigma fp Landscape photography features
Sony W830 Landscape photography features
82
manual focus
swap lenses (Leica L mount)
screen size is good (3.2 inches)
sensor resolution is high (25 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
great ISO range (25,600)
saves RAW files
weather proof
no image stabilization
40
rather wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (20MP)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7")
no manual mode
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Sigma fp Vlogging details
Sony W830 Vlogging details
37
touchscreen capability
includes face detect autofocus
good video quality (3840 x 2160 pixels)
includes microphone support
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
32
rather wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detect autofocus
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have mic port
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Sigma fp vs Sony W830 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sigma fp and Sony W830
 Sigma fpSony Cyber-shot DSC-W830
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