• 35mm 858.0mm2
  • 24.6 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 25,600
  • 35mm 864.0mm2
  • 60.3 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 50,000

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Differences

Sigma fp advantages over Leica M11

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 5.98 vs 3.76 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Shoot 4K video
    4K (UHD) vs No
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • External Mic Jack
    Jack vs No jack
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Shoots 24p video
    Yes vs No
    Gives your movies a big-screen feel
  • Lighter weight
    422g vs 640g
    Lighter weight
  • Shoots 1080p video
    Yes vs No
    You'll want this if you shoot video
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    18.0 fps vs 4.5 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Faster shutter
    1/8000 vs 1/4000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light
  • Higher extended ISO
    102400 vs 50000 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Leica M11 advantages over Sigma fp

  • 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
  • Higher max flash sync
    1/180 vs 1/30 sec
    Reduce the effect of ambient light in flash shots
  • More pixels
    60.3 vs 24.6 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Longer exposure
    60 vs 30 sec
    Long exposures for night shots

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Touchscreen
    Both provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Internal flash
    Neither provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • Dual card slots
    Neither provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video

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The Competition

Compared to Sony A7R

Sigma fp
Sony A7R
  • $1480
  • 35mm
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Bigger pixels
  • $1399
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Eye-level viewfinder
Leica M11
Sony A7R
  • $8995
  • 35mm
  • Touchscreen
  • Built-in Bluetooth
  • $1399
  • 35mm
  • Lens selection
  • Bigger pixels

Compared to Leica M (Typ 262)

Sigma fp
Leica M (Typ 262)
  • $1480
  • 35mm
  • Focus peaking
  • Less expensive
  • $4995
  • 35mm
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Higher max flash sync
Leica M11
Leica M (Typ 262)
  • $8995
  • 35mm
  • Focus peaking
  • Touchscreen
  • $4995
  • 35mm
  • Bigger pixels

Compared to Canon EOS RP

Sigma fp
Canon EOS RP
  • $1480
  • 35mm
  • Focus peaking
  • Less expensive
  • $949
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Eye-level viewfinder
Leica M11
Canon EOS RP
  • $8995
  • 35mm
  • Focus peaking
  • Thinner
  • $949
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Bigger pixels

Compared to Sony A7C

Sigma fp
Sony A7C
  • $1480
  • 35mm
  • Thinner
  • More dots on screen
  • $1598
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Eye-level viewfinder
Leica M11
Sony A7C
  • $8995
  • 35mm
  • Thinner
  • More dots on screen
  • $1598
  • 35mm
  • Lens selection
  • Tilt-swivel screen

Compared to Sigma fp L

Sigma fp
Sigma fp L
  • $1480
  • 35mm
  • Bigger pixels
  • Higher max flash sync
  • $2499
  • 35mm
  • Newer
  • More pixels
Leica M11
Sigma fp L
  • $8995
  • 35mm
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $2499
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
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