The is the new member of the SIGMA fp series, the world's smallest and lightest* digital mirrorless interchangeable lens full-frame camera series.
The fp L features a full-frame Bayer sensor with approx. 61 effective megapixels. Thanks to this 61MP image sensor, it offers exceptional resolving power while still remaining true to the development concepts of the SIGMA fp - to be the "world's smallest and lightest full-frame camera to plug in", as well as allowing "smooth switching between still and cine modes" and last but not least, offering "outstanding customization and versatility". With a crop zoom that takes advantage of the high pixel count, this camera offers users an image quality and creative freedom that is only possible with a high-resolution camera. Shooting is made even easier with a variety of new functions and accessories. These include hybrid autofocus (AF), which combines contrast and phase detection, and USB charging when the camera is switched on. A new optional electronic viewfinder, EVF-11, will be available at the same time as the launch of the camera. With the new SIGMA fp L, SIGMA offers you another option within the fp series to take pictures with only the features you really need - no more, no less.
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SIGMA fp development concepts and the three most important features
In its quest to break down the manufacturer's view of camera-centric hierarchies, SIGMA is questioning what makes a camera truly valuable. What is indispensable for photographers? How can you make a camera that not only fulfills the requirements, but offers more fulfillment and fun? By asking these questions, the SIGMA fp was born. A user-oriented camera that is infinitely flexible and versatile. A camera for people who know what they want to photograph and what they want to create. Making such a camera a reality depends on three important factors that make up the essence of the SIGMA fp series.
A portable, easy-to-take full-frame camera
Small in size, huge in quality.
Perfect for taking anywhere.
The SIGMA fp: the world's smallest and lightest* full-frame mirrorless camera that you can take anywhere at any time.
*As of March 2021, by SIGMA
Versatile
From vintage Lens to modern gadgets and professional film accessories.
Creating your own style has never been easier.
Customize the fp to your exact taste and tune it to exactly what you want to do.
Easy switching
Capture your best moments.
Photo or video? You decide.
Change the shooting mode with just a small switch. Capture the moment, whether as a photo or video. Transcend the boundaries of style or genre.
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The new fp L makes the fp a family of two
The fp, the concept model of the series, now gets a new addition with the fp L, which benefits enormously from a high resolution and turns the world's smallest and lightest full-frame plug-in camera into a product line.
A big canvas for big moments.
Sigma FP L
Backlit 35mm full-frame Bayer sensor with approx. 61 effective megapixels
Contrast detection autofocus + phase detection autofocus
Supports USB power supply
A small camera for great freedom.
Sigma FP
Back-illuminated 35mm full-frame Bayer sensor with approx. 24.6 effective megapixels
Contrast autofocus
The original "world's smallest and lightest full-frame mirrorless camera"
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Key features of the fp L [The four new features of the SIGMA fp L]
61 megapixels. The highest resolution ever presented by SIGMA.
We have utilized our knowledge of image processing technology from Foveon sensors. The very high resolution of the SIGMA fp L can fire your imagination and the low-pass filter, further contributes to the optical performance.
The SIGMA fp L features a Bayer sensor with approximately 61 effective megapixels, more than any other SIGMA camera before. Thanks to the particularly high megapixel count and SIGMA's experience in developing cameras with a Foveon sensor, which is known for both its exceptional resolving power and nuanced color gradient due to the unique nature of the X3 sensor, the camera can reproduce crisp and color-rich images in addition to images with fine detail. The Foveon sensor is also known for its image quality, which is essentially free of color artifacts. It was one of the reasons for the decision that the fp L should have a low-pass filter to reduce moirés to a minimum. The use of a low-pass filter was a sensible decision for a camera with such a high megapixel count as the SIGMA fp L.
Crop zoom
Higher resolution. Greater freedom.
Every shot full of potential.
A high megapixel count means that images can also be taken with a particularly high zoom or crop factor. This was one aspect of a high-resolution camera that prompted SIGMA to equip the fp L with a crop zoom function that can be used in both photo and cine mode. Thanks to the particularly high megapixel count (approx. 61 effective megapixels), the fp L can capture images in Full HD quality even at maximum 5x zoom. As cropping takes place without digital amplification, the image quality does not suffer. To make the function more intuitive to use, you can zoom in and out on the LCD touchscreen using two fingers.
Hybrid autofocus
Never miss the moment.
In addition to an extremely precise contrast AF, the SIGMA fp L has a fast phase AF at sensor level. With this hybrid AF, users enjoy smooth autofocus that is highly accurate, fast and excellent for tracking a moving subject - whether shooting stills or video.
Unlimited power supply
Many hours of uncomplicated USB cable power supply.
The SIGMA fp L supports USB charging while the camera is switched on. You can shoot without interruption while charging the camera via a mobile battery - whether outdoors or wherever there is no power outlet. When used as a webcam, you can connect the fp L to a PC via USB. It then functions as an audio-video input device while being supplied with power via the PC. So you can use your camera for many hours without worrying about the battery not lasting.
[Accessories and new functions for the entire fp series]
Accessories and new functions that will be available for both the SIGMA fp L and the SIGMA fp*
*Expected to be available for the SIGMA fp via a firmware update at a later date.
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External electronic viewfinder
An accessory you've been waiting for.
The EVF-11 external electronic viewfinder (optional) has been designed exclusively for use with the SIGMA fp series. With its 0.5-inch OLED display with approximately 3.68 million pixels, this high-resolution, high-luminance viewfinder gives users the feeling of being even more immersed in their subject and makes shooting a more enjoyable experience.
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Saving/loading settings is easier than ever before
Want to share your work? Then share it.
With the fp L you can now save a custom camera setting. Saved settings can be saved as a QR code file, allowing you to quickly load many customized settings. This gives users a new, fun way to share custom settings they want to recommend to others by sharing QR codes with other users or on social media.
*QR Code is a registered trademark of Denso Wave Inc.
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Powder Blue and Duotone
New colors. New adventures.
Powder Blue is a color mode with a bright, cheerful mood in a fresh shade of blue. Duotone transforms the colors of an image into a stunning two-tone gradient. With the addition of these two new modes to SIGMA's already extensive selection of color modes in the fp series, there are now a total of 15 color modes to choose from. They definitely bring a wider range and more freedom to your photos and videos with the fp series.
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Important functions and features for different applications
What is the situation? Who is using the camera? The SIGMA fp L is flexible and versatile to adapt to the situations that photographers and cinematographers want.
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A camera for shooting stunning images
Backlit 35mm full-frame Bayer sensor with approx. 61 effective megapixels with support for phase detection AF at sensor level
15 color modes to choose from: Two additional modes have been added*
Save and load settings*
Smooth autofocus: Hybrid AF
External electronic viewfinder EVF-11 (optional)*
*Expected to be available for the SIGMA fp via a firmware update at a later date.
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Webcam for high-quality image communication
Simply turn the SIGMA fp into a webcam via USB-C cable: The SIGMA fp series supports the USB video device class. Simply connect the camera to a PC via USB and send audio and video data. Your camera then serves as a webcam.
Supports charging via USB while the camera is switched on: Functions as an audio and video input device while the camera is simultaneously supplied with power via the PC*. Stream for as long as you like.
*Depending on the power supply capacity of the PC.
Hybrid AF:
Gently tracks your subject and keeps it constantly in focus, even when streaming online
Save and load settings*:
Quickly load a webcam setting via QR code
Change camera settings even during a connection:
Exposure compensation; shutter speed; ISO sensitivity; color mode; white balance
15 color modes to choose from*:
Create a streaming video that matches your vision
*Expected to be available for the SIGMA fp via a firmware update at a later date.
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A powerhouse of a cine camera
Supports 3 RAW file formats
Supports camera control with a gimbal
Hybrid AF: Supports shooting with a gimbal and "one-person operation"
Supports various frame rates*: Supports frame rates commonly used in movie shooting
Storage and loading settings*: Perfect for sharing camera settings when shooting with multiple cameras
*Expected to be available for the SIGMA fp via a firmware update at a later date.
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Director's-Viewfinder is the essential tool for a director
Directors-Viewfinder*: Simulates the shooting range of film cameras from major manufacturers
Frame-Guide*: Supports user-defined frame lines
Selection of external viewfinders*: Selection of electronic and optical viewfinders
Screenshot*: Capture what's on your screen in one image
Save and load settings*: Save complicated settings via QR code as a batch to save or load when needed
*Expected to be available for the SIGMA fp via a firmware update at a later date.
