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Sigma fp vs Sony ZV-E1

Portability
84
Imaging
75
Features
79
Overall
76
Sigma fp front
 
Sony ZV-E1 front
Portability
80
Imaging
66
Features
89
Overall
75

Sigma fp vs Sony ZV-E1 Key Specs

Sigma fp
(Full Review)
  • 25MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 102400)
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 422g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
  • Launched July 2019
  • New Model is Sigma fp L
Sony ZV-E1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 80 - 102400 (Increase to 409600)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 1920 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 483g - 121 x 72 x 54mm
  • Announced March 2023
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Sigma fp vs Sony ZV-E1 Overview

Its time to look a little more closely at the Sigma fp vs Sony ZV-E1, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Sigma and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the fp (25MP) and ZV-E1 (12MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (Full frame).

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The fp was brought out 4 years earlier than the ZV-E1 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the fp scores against the ZV-E1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Sigma fp over the Sony ZV-E1

 fp ZV-E1 
Display dimensions3.2"3.00"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution2100k1037kCrisper display (+1063k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony ZV-E1 over the Sigma fp

 ZV-E1 fp 
AnnouncedMarch 2023July 2019Fresher by 45 months
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Selfie screen Take selfies

Common features in the Sigma fp and Sony ZV-E1

 fp ZV-E1 
Manually focus Dial accurate focusing
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Sigma fp vs Sony ZV-E1 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sigma fp comes with external dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs) whilst the Sony ZV-E1 has dimensions of 121mm x 72mm x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") with a weight of 483 grams (1.06 lbs).

Check out the Sigma fp vs Sony ZV-E1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the fp compared to the ZV-E1.

Sigma fp vs Sony ZV-E1 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the fp and ZV-E1 is 84 and 80 respectively.

Sigma fp vs Sony ZV-E1 top view buttons comparison

Sigma fp vs Sony ZV-E1 Sensor Comparison

Often, it is hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the fp and ZV-E1.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Sigma fp to offer you greater detail having its extra 13MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older fp is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Sigma fp vs Sony ZV-E1 sensor size comparison

Sigma fp vs Sony ZV-E1 Screen and ViewFinder

Sigma fp vs Sony ZV-E1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Sigma fp as a Portrait photography camera
Sony ZV-E1 as a Portrait photography camera
85
you can focus manually
high megapixels (25MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
features face detect focus
saves RAW formats
71
has manual focus
sensor size is big (Full frame)
has face detection focus
exports RAW files
megapixel count low (12MP)
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Street Comparison

Sigma fp Street photography factors
Sony ZV-E1 Street photography factors
77
sensor size is large (Full frame)
saves RAW formats
comes with touch to focus
environment sealing
above average high ISO (25,600)
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
84
screen articulates
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
exports RAW files
supports touch to focus
environment proofing
lighter than average in class (483g)
above average ISO range (102,400)
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Sports Comparison

Sigma fp Sports photography details
Sony ZV-E1 Sports photography details
73
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
high megapixels (25 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
features tracking focus
environment sealing
lack of image stabilization
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
71
silent mode (1/8,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
has tracking autofocus
environment proofing
great battery power (570 per charge)
supports phase detect auto focus
low maximum shutter speed (1/s)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
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Travel Comparison

Sigma fp Travel photography factors
Sony ZV-E1 Travel photography factors
78
environment sealing
comes with touch to focus
high megapixels (25MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
79
great battery power (570 per charge)
lighter than average in class (483 grams)
environment proofing
supports bluetooth
supports touch to focus
display is selfie friendly
megapixel count low (12MP)
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Landscape Comparison

Sigma fp Landscape photography highlights
Sony ZV-E1 Landscape photography highlights
82
you can focus manually
change lenses (Leica L mount)
screen is a decent size (3.2")
high megapixels (25 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
above average high ISO (25,600)
saves RAW formats
environment sealing
lack of image stabilization
79
has manual focus
swap lenses (Sony E mount)
screen is a decent size (3.00")
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
above average ISO range (102,400)
exports RAW files
environment proofing
great battery power (570 CIPA)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Sigma fp
Vlogging with Sony ZV-E1
37
screen is touchscreen
features face detect focus
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 pxls)
does have microphone socket
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
85
display is selfie friendly
touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
has face detection focus
high quality video (3840 x 1920 pixels)
comes with external mic socket
lighter than average in class (483 grams)
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Sigma fp vs Sony ZV-E1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sigma fp and Sony ZV-E1
 Sigma fpSony ZV-E1
General Information
Brand Name Sigma Sony
Model Sigma fp Sony ZV-E1
Type Advanced Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Launched 2019-07-11 2023-03-29
Physical type 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 surface area 858.0mm² 847.3mm²
Sensor resolution 25 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 6000 x 4000 4240 x 2832
Max native ISO 25600 102400
Max boosted ISO 102400 409600
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW support
Min boosted ISO 6 40
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 49 759
Lens
Lens mounting type Leica L Sony E
Number of lenses 30 195
Focal length multiplier 1 1
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Screen sizing 3.2" 3.00"
Screen resolution 2,100k dots 1,037k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/8000 secs -
Highest silent shutter speed - 1/8000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 12.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash settings no built-in flash no built-in flash
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XA3840 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
Max video resolution 3840x2160 3840x1920
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless No Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 422 gr (0.93 pounds) 483 gr (1.06 pounds)
Physical dimensions 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") 121 x 72 x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 570 images
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model BP-51 NP-FZ100
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 wec) Yes
Time lapse shooting With downloadable app
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo
Card slots Single Single
Pricing at launch $2,050 $2,198