How To Choose Between Them
Compare the winners above against your own priorities. A lead in one category only matters if you use it.
Camera Comparison
Sigma
Sigma fp vs Canon EOS R8
Short AnswerThe Sigma fp and Canon EOS R8 split the spec sheet evenly, so the right pick depends on what you shoot.
By Jennifer K. Telfer · Updated · 1 Min Read
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Winner By Photographic Discipline
ResolutionSigma fp
Continuous ShootingCanon EOS R8
Autofocus PointsCanon EOS R8
Battery LifeSigma fp
WeightSigma fp
Launch PriceCanon EOS R8
Key Technical Performance Deltas
Resolution (MP)
A24.6
B24.2
Electronic Burst (fps)
A18
B40
Battery (Shots)
A280
B220
Weight (g, Lower Is Lighter)
A422
B461
AF Points
A49
B1053
Form Factor
112.6 × 69.9 × 45.3 mm
132.5 × 86.1 × 70 mm
Reasons To Choose Each
Choose Sigma fp If…
- Higher resolution (24.6 MP vs 24.2 MP)
- Higher battery life (280 shots vs 220 shots)
- Lighter body (422 g vs 461 g)
Choose Canon EOS R8 If…
- Higher continuous shooting (40 fps vs 18 fps)
- Higher autofocus points (1053 vs 49 )
- Costs less at launch ($1499 vs $1899)
Comprehensive Specification Table
| Spec | Sigma fp | Canon EOS R8 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Format | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Megapixels | 24.6 MP | 24.2 MP |
| Sensor Type | BSI CMOS | CMOS |
| Max Native ISO | 25600 | 102400 |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | 49 | 1053 |
| Low-Light AF | -5 EV | -6.5 EV |
| Speed | ||
| Mechanical Burst | — | 6 fps |
| Electronic Burst | 18 fps | 40 fps |
| Fastest Mechanical Shutter | — | 1/4000 |
| Fastest Electronic Shutter | 1/8000 | — |
| Viewfinder & Screen | ||
| Viewfinder | None | EVF |
| EVF Resolution | — | 2.36M |
| LCD Size | 3.15" | 3" |
| LCD Type | Fixed | Vari-angle |
| Video | ||
| Best Video | 4K 30p | — |
| Internal Color | 8/10/12-bit CinemaDNG | — |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 422 g | 461 g |
| Card Slots | 1 | 1 |
| Battery (CIPA) | 280 Shots | 220 Shots |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Launch Price | 1899 | 1499 |
Amber marks the stronger value. Figures are manufacturer specifications.