X-A7vs Sigma fp Lvs A7 IV
Sigma
Sigma fp L (2021)
From £1999
Best for High-resolution creative & documentary shooters
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Which should you buy?
Beginner Fujifilm — X-A7 (2019): The most affordable X-mount entry — Fujifilm colour and film simulations with a large flip screen for beginners.
High-Resolution Creative & Documentary Shooters — Sigma fp L (2021): 61MP and phase-detect AF in the world's smallest full-frame body — the fp L is the most capable iteration of Sigma's extraordinary compact.
Portrait & Wedding Photography — A7 IV (2021): The full-frame portrait benchmark — 33MP, AI Eye AF, and exceptional skin-tone rendering in a pro-grade hybrid body.
Who should buy what
X-A7 (2019)
- You want an affordable first mirrorless with decent video capabilities
- You shoot a lot of selfie-style content or vlog on a budget
- Note: no viewfinder and limited lens support — the X-T30 II is a better long-term investment
Sigma fp L (2021)
- You need the highest resolution available in the smallest possible full-frame mirrorless
- You shoot architecture, landscape, or commercial work where fine detail is absolutely critical
- You want the cinematic flexibility of the fp platform paired with maximum megapixel count
A7 IV (2021)
- You want a high-resolution full-frame all-rounder for portraits, weddings, or travel
- You're stepping up from APS-C or a DSLR and want the best all-round full-frame body under £3,000
- You shoot a mix of stills and video and need a single body that handles both seriously
- You want access to the widest lens ecosystem in the mirrorless market
Quick take: The sigma fp l has the highest resolution at 61mp; the x-a7 is the most affordable; only the a7 iv is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-A7 (2019) | Sigma fp L (2021) | A7 IV (2021) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £399 | £1,999 | £2,299 |
| Sensor | 24.2MP APS-C CMOS (Bayer, not X-Trans) | 61MP full-frame BSI CMOS | 33MP Full-frame BSI Exmor R CMOS |
| Resolution | 24.2MP | 61.0MP | 33.0MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p | 12-bit Cinema DNG RAW, 4K/24p | 4K/60p oversampled, 10-bit internal, S-Log3, S-Cinetone |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect + contrast, 425 points | Phase-detect AF with face/eye detection | 759-point phase-detect, AI subject recognition |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | None (lens-based only) | 5-axis IBIS, 5.5 stops |
| Burst Rate | 6fps | 18fps electronic | 10fps mechanical, 30fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~440 shots (CIPA) | 200 shots (CIPA) | ~580 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 320g body only | 427g body only | 659g body only |
| Dimensions | 118.0 × 80.6 × 55.2mm | 112.6 × 69.9 × 45.3mm | 131.3 × 96.4 × 79.8mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | None | None (optional clip-on EVF available) | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.78× magnification |
| Screen | 3.5" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.15" fixed touchscreen | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Leica L-mount | Sony FE (full-frame E-mount) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-II | Dual slots: CFexpress Type A + SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB Micro-B, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, micro HDMI | USB-C 3.1, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C (3.2 Gen 2), Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
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