• 35mm 858.0mm2
  • 24.6 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 25,600
  • 35mm 864.0mm2
  • 45.0 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 51,200

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Differences

Sigma fp advantages over Canon R5

  • Less expensive
    $1599 vs $3799
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 5.98 vs 4.39 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Thinner
    45 mm vs 88 mm
    Thinner
  • Lighter weight
    422g vs 738g
    Lighter weight
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter
    No Filter vs Filter
    Enjoy sharper photos

Canon R5 advantages over Sigma fp

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs none
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi vs None
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Yes vs No
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Top deck display
    Yes vs No
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • Higher max flash sync
    1/250 vs 1/30 sec
    Reduce the effect of ambient light in flash shots
  • More pixels
    45.0 vs 24.6 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Dual card slots
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Yes vs No
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Has anti-aliasing filter
    Filter vs No Filter
    Reduces unsightly moiré in photos

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Shoot 4K video
    Both provide
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Touchscreen
    Both provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • External Mic Jack
    Both provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Both provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

Common Weaknesses

  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Internal flash
    Neither provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

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The Competition

Compared to Canon EOS RP

Sigma fp
Canon EOS RP
  • $1699
  • 35mm
  • Focus peaking
  • Less expensive
  • $949
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Sigma fp vs Canon EOS RP

Canon R5
Canon EOS RP
  • $3349
  • 35mm
  • Focus peaking
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $949
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Canon R5 vs Canon EOS RP

Compared to Sony A7C

Sigma fp
Sony A7C
  • $1699
  • 35mm
  • Thinner
  • More dots on screen
  • $1598
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Sigma fp vs Sony A7C

Canon R5
Sony A7C
  • $3349
  • 35mm
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Top deck display
  • $1598
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Canon R5 vs Sony A7C

Compared to Nikon Z7 II

Sigma fp
Nikon Z7 II
  • $1699
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Bigger pixels
  • $2330
  • 35mm
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Tiltable Screen

Compare Sigma fp vs Nikon Z7 II

Canon R5
Nikon Z7 II
  • $3349
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $2330
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter

Compare Canon R5 vs Nikon Z7 II

Compared to Sony A1

Sigma fp
Sony A1
  • $1699
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Bigger pixels
  • $5831
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Sigma fp vs Sony A1

Canon R5
Sony A1
  • $3349
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $5831
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • NFC

Compare Canon R5 vs Sony A1

Compared to Sigma fp L

Sigma fp
Sigma fp L
  • $1699
  • 35mm
  • Bigger pixels
  • Higher max flash sync
  • $2499
  • 35mm
  • More pixels
  • Has anti-aliasing filter

Compare Sigma fp vs Sigma fp L

Canon R5
Sigma fp L
  • $3349
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $2499
  • 35mm
  • Thinner
  • Lighter weight

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