Sigma fp vs Sony A65

Here, we are reviewing the Sigma fp vs Sony A65, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Sigma and Sony. The resolution of the fp (25MP) and the A65 (24MP) is very comparable but the fp (Full frame) and A65 (APS-C) offer different sensor sizes.

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The fp was unveiled 7 years later than the A65 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A65 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a quick summary of how the fp grades against the A65 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma fp & Sony SLT-A65. The full galleries are provided at Sigma fp Gallery & Sony A65 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Sigma fp enjoys outside dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs) and the Sony A65 has specifications of 132mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 622 grams (1.37 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the fp against the A65.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the fp and A65 is 84 and 64 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements only by going through specifications. The visual underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the fp and A65.

To sum up, each of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The fp having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Sigma fp will produce greater detail having an extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The younger fp should have a benefit in sensor technology.