Overview

A high-resolution update to the original fp, the Sigma fp L is a compact and modular mirrorless camera featuring a new 61MP full-frame sensor, improved autofocus performance, and a versatile feature-set catering to both photography and cinematography applications.

Identical in form to the first fp, and maintaining accessories compatibility, the fp L is small enough to disappear into a rig for filmmaking uses or serve as a highly portable option for travel photography. The improved sensor and focusing greatly benefits photography use while also maintaining the same impressive video recording capabilities for a professional cinema workflow.

The new 61MP full-frame BSI CMOS sensor suits high-resolution stills shooting and up to UHD 4K video recording with 12-bit raw output when recording externally. The BSI design of the sensor achieves low noise and offers a sensitivity range up to ISO 25600 for working in low-light conditions. The sensor's design also now includes on-chip phase-detection autofocus, which greatly improves focusing speed and accuracy, especially when tracking moving subjects.

Beyond sensor upgrades, the fp L also introduces the ability to receive continuous power via USB-C to benefit extended recording times, such as when shooting time-lapses, extended clips, or when using the camera as a webcam. The sleek and minimal design of the camera body incorporates a rear 3.15" 2.1m-dot touchscreen LCD and the included EVF-11 Electronic Viewfinder allows for clear eye-level monitoring. A single SD card slot is available for internal file saving and the fp L also supports recording directly to USB-C-connected hard drives, benefitting raw video recording and other large file size recording applications.

The standout feature of the fp L is the high-resolution, full-frame 61MP BSI CMOS sensor featuring a Bayer-style color filter array. The increased resolution greatly benefits photography applications that rely on fine details and it also benefits video recording by improving sharpness through downsampling. The BSI design helps to achieve accurate colors, smooth tones, and reduced noise when working in difficult lighting conditions. The sensitivity range from ISO 100-25600 suits working in a variety of lighting conditions and the dual base ISO configuration further ensures clean results.

Despite the use of a more conventional Bayer array sensor, Sigma has used their experience working with Foveon sensors to inform their decision to include a low-pass filter in the sensor design to help to suppress moiré for accurate color rendering.
Ultra-high resolution enables the Crop Zoom function, available for stills and video recording, which lets you crop into the image by up to 5x to simulate working with a longer focal length.
Electronic shutter only design helps to achieve the compact camera size and reduces the number of moving mechanical parts. This design results in quiet and shake-free shooting with a top shutter speed of 1/8000 sec, however, only affords a top flash sync speed of 1/15 sec.
Lossless compressed 14-bit raw stills are saved as DNG files for post-production flexibility.
Continuous shooting at full-resolution is supported at up to 10 fps.
Various aspect ratios, ranging from the standard 3:2 to more unique 21:9, 7:6, and 2:1 ratios, can be used in-camera for help previsualize different output ratios.

Key Features

61MP Full-Frame BSI Bayer CMOS Sensor
UHD 4K30p Video with 12-Bit CinemaDNG
Hybrid Phase- and Contrast-Detection AF
3.15" 2.1m-Dot Touchscreen LCD
Up to 10 fps Shooting, ISO 100-25600
Continuous Power via USB-C
Director's Viewfinder Function
Crop Zoom Mode and Updated Color Modes
SD Card Slot, USB-C Drive Support
Included EVF-11 Viewfinder

In the Box

Sigma fp L Mirrorless Camera with EVF-11 Electronic Viewfinder
Sigma EVF-11 Electronic Viewfinder
Sigma BP-51 Lithium-Ion Battery Pack (7.2V, 1200mAh)
Sigma Strap for fp Camera
2 x Sigma Strap Holder for fp Camera
Sigma HU-11 Hot Shoe Unit
Sigma LCT II-TL Body Cap
Sigma UAC-21 USB AC Adapter
Sigma SUC-41 USB Cable