Fujifilm X-M1 vs Sigma fp

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Fujifilm X-M1 and the Sigma fp, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Fujifilm X-M1 was introduced in September 2013 and Sigma fp was introduced in July 2019. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm X-M1 over Sigma fp.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Sigma fp over Fujifilm X-M1.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Fujifilm X-M1 has a 3.0" Tilting screen with 920k dot resolution and Sigma fp has a 3.15" Fixed screen with 2,100k dot resolution. Tilting screen makes Fujifilm X-M1 very useful for photography purposes but not so useful for video shooting. Sigma fp also features touchscreen which has advantages such as easy menu navigation, intuitive controls, quick setting adjustment and most importantly a Touch-to-Focus functionality (available only on Sigma fp) allowing users to select a specific point on the screen where they want the camera to focus. This feature can be helpful for achieving precise focus in both photo and video recording.

Fujifilm X-M1 features a 16.3 megapixel APS-C CMOS X-TRANS I sensor with dimensions of 23.6 x 15.6 mm and a total area of 368.2 mm². Its native ISO range is 200 - 6,400. Sigma fp features a 24.6 megapixel Full Frame BSI-CMOS sensor with dimensions of 35.9 x 23.9 mm and a total area of 571.2 mm². Its native ISO range is 100 - 25,600 and expands to 6 - 102,400 in boosted mode.

Fujifilm X-M1 has CMOS X-TRANS I sensor

Sigma fp has BSI-CMOS sensor, short for Backside Illuminated Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor sensor. In traditional CMOS sensors, the wiring and circuitry are located on the front side of the sensor, which can block some of the incoming light. BSI technology flips this design by placing the photosensitive elements (pixels) on the backside of the sensor, allowing more light to reach the pixels. This significantly enhances light sensitivity and improves low-light performance. BSI-CMOS sensors are particularly effective in low-light conditions, as they can capture more light, resulting in brighter and less noisy images. This makes them well-suited for indoor and night photography. BSI-CMOS sensors deliver a higher SNR and reduced cross-talk.

Here is a sensor size comparison chart where you can see how different sensors compare with each other:

Sensor size chart

	Sensor	Dimensions	Area	Aspect Ratio	Crop Factor
	Medium Format	44 x 33 mm	1452 mm2	4:3	0.79x
	Full Frame	36 x 24 mm	864 mm2	3:2	1x
	APS-H	27 x 18 mm	486 mm2	3:2	1.3x
	APS-C	23.6 x 15.6 mm	368.2 mm2	3:2	1.5x
	APS-C (Canon)	22.3 x 14.9 mm	332.3 mm2	3:2	1.6x
	Micro Four Thirds	17.4 x 13 mm	226.2 mm2	4:3	2x
	1-inch	13.2 x 8.8 mm	116.2 mm2	3:2	2.7x
	1/1.7-inch	7.44 x 5.58 mm	41.5 mm2	4:3	4.7x
	1/2.3-inch	6.17 x 4.55 mm	28.1 mm2	4:3	5.6x

Fujifilm X-M1 is equipped with EXR Processor II processor and can take pictures up to 4896 x 3264 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like S: (3:2) 2496 x 1664 / (16:9) 2496 x 1408 / (1:1) 1664 x 1664 with 1:1, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios. Sigma fp can take pictures up to 6000 x 4000 resolution.

Lens Mount

Fujifilm X-M1 has Fujifilm X lens mount and Sigma fp has Leica L lens mount. Due to APS-C sensor in Fujifilm X-M1 its crop factor is equal to 1.5x, this means that a 35mm equivalent focal length of the mounted lens will be equal to its actual focal length times 1.5. Due to Full Frame sensor in Sigma fp its crop factor is equal to 1x, this means that a 35mm equivalent focal length of the mounted lens will be equal to its actual focal length.

No Low-Pass Filter on Fujifilm X-M1

There is no optical low-pass filter (OLPF), also known as an anti-aliasing filter, in front of the sensor on Fujifilm X-M1. This results in a slightly sharper image but may also introduce moiré patterns and aliasing artifacts when photographing subjects with fine, repetitive patterns or details.

No Image Stabilization

The cameras do not have image stabilization. On Fujifilm X-M1 it means that you need lenses with optical image stabilization for vibration reduction. As for Sigma fp nothing can be done. On Sigma fp it means that you need lenses with optical image stabilization for vibration reduction. As for Fujifilm X-M1 nothing can be done.

Built-in Wi-Fi on Fujifilm X-M1

Fujifilm X-M1 has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

Both models have USB inputs for data transfer. Fujifilm X-M1 has a Mini Type C HDMI and Sigma fp has a Micro HDMI connector for video signal output.

Battery

Fujifilm X-M1 comes with NP-W126 battery pack with battery life of 350 shots and Sigma fp comes with BP-51 battery pack.

External Storage Slots

Fujifilm X-M1 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) card slot. Sigma fp has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II) card slot.

Shutter

Sigma fp has Electronic shutter. Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Fujifilm X-M1, and up to 1/8000 sec on Sigma fp. Fujifilm X-M1 can shoot continuously up to 5.6 fps. Sigma fp can shoot continuously up to 18.0 fps.

Focusing

Fujifilm X-M1 has 49 focusing points and Sigma fp has 49 focusing points. Sigma fp has detection range from -5 to +18 EV.

Exposure

Exposure meterings of Sigma fp ranges from -5 to +18 EV and you can set the exposure compensation within the ±2 EV range on Fujifilm X-M1 and ±5 EV range on Sigma fp. You can also do exposure bracketing and manual exposure adjustment on Fujifilm X-M1 and exposure bracketing and manual exposure adjustment on Sigma fp.

Flash

Fujifilm X-M1 has a built-in flash with maximum range of 7.00 m at ISO 200 and also accepts external flash which can be connected via Hot Shoe. Sigma fp has no built-in flash but an external flash may be connected via Hot Shoe. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/180 sec on Fujifilm X-M1 and 1/30 sec on Sigma fp.

Fujifilm X-M1 body has dimensions of 117 x 67 x 39 mm (4.6 x 2.62 x 1.54") and Sigma fp body has dimensions of 113 x 70 x 45 mm (4.45 x 2.76 x 1.77"). Fujifilm X-M1 weighs 330 g (0.73 lb / 11.64 oz) and Sigma fp weighs 422 g (0.93 lb / 14.89 oz).

Fujifilm X-M1

Sigma fp

117 mm

67 mm

113 mm

70 mm

67 mm

70 mm

39 mm

45 mm