Sigma fp vs Sony A35

Let's take a closer look at the Sigma fp vs Sony A35, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Sigma and Sony. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the fp (25MP) and A35 (16MP) and the fp (Full frame) and A35 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The fp was unveiled 7 years after the A35 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A35 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a concise overview of how the fp scores versus the A35 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma fp & Sony SLT-A35. The full galleries are viewable at Sigma fp Gallery & Sony A35 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Sigma fp has got external dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") and a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs) and the Sony A35 has specifications of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 415 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the fp compared to the A35.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the fp and A35 is 84 and 69 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specs. The image here should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the fp and A35.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The fp using its larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Sigma fp will offer you extra detail having an extra 9MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The younger fp is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.