Sigma fp vs Sony WX220

Here is a in depth review of the Sigma fp and Sony WX220, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Sigma and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the fp (25MP) and WX220 (18MP) and the fp (Full frame) and WX220 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The fp was manufactured 5 years later than the WX220 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX220 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the fp scores versus the WX220 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma fp & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220. The entire galleries are viewable at Sigma fp Gallery & Sony WX220 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Sigma fp features outer dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") and a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs) whilst the Sony WX220 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the fp against the WX220.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the fp and WX220 is 84 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing just by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic below will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the fp and WX220.

Clearly, both of those cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The fp due to its larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Sigma fp will resolve greater detail due to its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern fp will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.