Sigma fp vs Sony WX500

In this article, we will be matching up the Sigma fp vs Sony WX500, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the fp (25MP) and WX500 (18MP) and the fp (Full frame) and WX500 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The fp was brought out 4 years later than the WX500 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX500 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the fp grades against the WX500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma fp and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500. The entire galleries are viewable at Sigma fp Gallery and Sony WX500 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sigma fp features outside dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs) and the Sony WX500 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Look at the Sigma fp vs Sony WX500 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the fp vs the WX500.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the fp and WX500 is 84 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the fp and WX500.

Plainly, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The fp featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Sigma fp will provide extra detail having its extra 7MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The younger fp will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.