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Sigma fp vs Sony FX3

Portability
84
Imaging
75
Features
79
Overall
76
Sigma fp front
 
Sony FX3 front
Portability
62
Imaging
65
Features
92
Overall
75

Sigma fp vs Sony FX3 Key Specs

Sigma fp
(Full Review)
  • 25MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 102400)
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 422g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
  • Introduced July 2019
  • Renewed by Sigma fp L
Sony FX3
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 80 - 102400 (Raise to 409600)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 716g - 130 x 78 x 85mm
  • Announced February 2021
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Sigma fp vs Sony FX3 Overview

Below, we are contrasting the Sigma fp vs Sony FX3, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Sigma and Sony. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the fp (25MP) and FX3 (12MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (Full frame).

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The fp was announced 19 months before the FX3 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the fp grades against the FX3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Sigma fp over the Sony FX3

 fp FX3 
Display dimension3.2"3.00"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution2100k1440kSharper display (+660k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony FX3 over the Sigma fp

 FX3 fp 
AnnouncedFebruary 2021July 2019Newer by 19 months
Display typeFully articulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Common features in the Sigma fp and Sony FX3

 fp FX3 
Manually focus Very exact focus
Touch display Easily navigate

Sigma fp vs Sony FX3 Physical Comparison

If you are going to travel with your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sigma fp enjoys physical dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") and a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs) while the Sony FX3 has dimensions of 130mm x 78mm x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") having a weight of 716 grams (1.58 lbs).

Contrast the Sigma fp vs Sony FX3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the fp versus the FX3.

Sigma fp vs Sony FX3 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability score of the fp and FX3 is 84 and 62 respectively.

Sigma fp vs Sony FX3 top view buttons comparison

Sigma fp vs Sony FX3 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it's tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions only by looking at specifications. The pic here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the fp and FX3.

Plainly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Sigma fp to resolve more detail with its extra 13MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged fp is going to be behind in sensor technology.

Sigma fp vs Sony FX3 sensor size comparison

Sigma fp vs Sony FX3 Screen and ViewFinder

Sigma fp vs Sony FX3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Sigma fp as a Portrait photography camera
Sony FX3 as a Portrait photography camera
85
has manual focus
high megapixels (25MP)
big sensor size (Full frame)
supports face detect focusing
saves RAW formats
71
manual focus
large sensor size (Full frame)
provides face detect focus
supports RAW files
low MP (12MP)
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Street Comparison

Sigma fp as a Street photography camera
Sony FX3 as a Street photography camera
77
big sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW formats
has focus via touch
weather sealing
good ISO range (25,600)
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
76
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
large sensor size (Full frame)
supports RAW files
includes touch focus
weather proofing
good ISO range (102,400)
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Sports Comparison

Sigma fp Sports photography information
Sony FX3 Sports photography information
73
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
high megapixels (25MP)
big sensor size (Full frame)
supports tracking focus
weather sealing
no image stabilization
no phase detect AF
76
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
large sensor size (Full frame)
provides tracking focus
weather proofing
great battery pack (600 CIPA)
has phase detect auto focus
low MP (12MP)
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Travel Comparison

Sigma fp as a Travel photography camera
Sony FX3 as a Travel photography camera
78
weather sealing
has focus via touch
high megapixels (25 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
71
great battery pack (600 CIPA)
weather proofing
connects via bluetooth
includes touch focus
selfie friendly display
low MP (12 megapixels)
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Landscape Comparison

Sigma fp Landscape photography information
Sony FX3 Landscape photography information
82
has manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Leica L mount)
good sized screen (3.2 inch)
high megapixels (25MP)
big sensor size (Full frame)
good ISO range (25,600)
saves RAW formats
weather sealing
no image stabilization
77
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Sony E mount)
screen size is good (3.00 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
large sensor size (Full frame)
good ISO range (102,400)
supports RAW files
weather proofing
great battery pack (600 shots)
has dual storage slots
low MP (12 megapixels)
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Vlogging Comparison

Sigma fp Vlogging factors
Sony FX3 Vlogging factors
37
touchscreen enabled
supports face detect focusing
high video quality (3840 x 2160 pxls)
has mic jack
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
77
selfie friendly display
touch screen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
provides face detect focus
high res video (3840 x 2160 pxls)
has mic jack
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Sigma fp vs Sony FX3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sigma fp and Sony FX3
 Sigma fpSony FX3
General Information
Make Sigma Sony
Model Sigma fp Sony FX3
Class Advanced Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Introduced 2019-07-11 2021-02-23
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size Full frame Full frame
Sensor dimensions 35.9 x 23.9mm 35.6 x 23.8mm
Sensor area 858.0mm² 847.3mm²
Sensor resolution 25MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 6000 x 4000 4240 x 2832
Maximum native ISO 25600 102400
Maximum enhanced ISO 102400 409600
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW format
Minimum enhanced ISO 6 50
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points 49 759
Lens
Lens mounting type Leica L Sony E
Total lenses 30 187
Crop factor 1 1
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fully articulated
Display sizing 3.2 inch 3.00 inch
Display resolution 2,100k dot 1,440k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 30s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/8000s 1/8000s
Continuous shutter speed 12.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash modes no built-in flash no built-in flash
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
Maximum video resolution 3840x2160 3840x2160
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-1, H.264, H.265
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless No Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 422 gr (0.93 lb) 716 gr (1.58 lb)
Dimensions 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") 130 x 78 x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 85
DXO Color Depth score not tested 24.2
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 13.4
DXO Low light score not tested 3900
Other
Battery life - 600 photographs
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model BP-51 NP-FZ100
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 wec) Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures))
Time lapse feature With downloadable app
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots
Storage slots Single Dual
Cost at release $2,050 $3,900