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 BF vs Sigma fp
Short AnswerSigma fp wins more of the spec-sheet categories, but the right pick depends on what you shoot.
By Jennifer K. Telfer · Updated · 1 Min Read
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Winner By Photographic Discipline
ResolutionTie
Continuous ShootingSigma fp
Battery LifeSigma fp
WeightSigma fp
Launch PriceSigma fp
Key Technical Performance Deltas
Resolution (MP)
A24.6
B24.6
Electronic Burst (fps)
A8
B18
Battery (Shots)
A260
B280
Weight (g, Lower Is Lighter)
A446
B422
Form Factor
130.1 × 72.8 × 36.8 mm
112.6 × 69.9 × 45.3 mm
Reasons To Choose Each
Choose Sigma BF If…
Choose Sigma fp If…
- Higher continuous shooting (18 fps vs 8 fps)
- Higher battery life (280 shots vs 260 shots)
- Lighter body (422 g vs 446 g)
- Costs less at launch ($1899 vs $1999)
Comprehensive Specification Table
| Spec | Sigma BF | Sigma fp |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Format | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Megapixels | 24.6 MP | 24.6 MP |
| Sensor Type | CMOS | BSI CMOS |
| Max Native ISO | 102400 | 25600 |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | — | 49 |
| Low-Light AF | -5 EV | -5 EV |
| Speed | ||
| Electronic Burst | 8 fps | 18 fps |
| Fastest Electronic Shutter | 1/25600 | 1/8000 |
| Viewfinder & Screen | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| LCD Size | 3.15" | 3.15" |
| LCD Type | Fixed | Fixed |
| Video | ||
| Best Video | 6K 30p | 4K 30p |
| Internal Color | — | 8/10/12-bit CinemaDNG |
| Log Profile | L-Log | — |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 446 g | 422 g |
| Card Slots | 0 | 1 |
| Battery (CIPA) | 260 Shots | 280 Shots |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Launch Price | 1999 | 1899 |
Amber marks the stronger value. Figures are manufacturer specifications.