RED
KOMODO-X
Global-shutter Super 35 cinema camera with 6K REDCODE RAW, RF mount, and a larger body than KOMODO 6K.
$9,995
Launch priceReleased Aug 2023
Sigma
fp L
World's smallest full-frame interchangeable camera with 61MP and L-mount.
$2,499
Launch priceReleased Jul 2021
KOMODO-X is 2.2 years newer.
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Wins
KOMODO-X
Wins
fp L
6 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AKOMODO-X has higher AF points / zones (1053 vs 49)
- Bfp L has higher Resolution (61 MP vs 19.9 MP)
- AKOMODO-X has higher RAW buffer depth (120 frames vs 60 frames)
- AKOMODO-X has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- Bfp L has lower Weight (720 g vs 1130 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareKOMODO-X
114 × 101 × 71 mm
1130 g (2.49 lb / 39.86 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
fp L
138 × 98 × 88 mm
720 g (1.59 lb / 25.40 oz)
KOMODO-X is 24mm narrower and 17mm thinner than fp L but it is also 3mm taller.
KOMODO-X is 410 g heavier than fp L.
Depth (front-to-back): 71mm KOMODO-X · 88mm fp L
Sensor size, to scale
KOMODO-X
27.03 × 14.26 mm · APS-C
385 mm² area
fp L
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
2.2× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
KOMODO-X
AF low-light limit
-6.5 EV vs -5 EV — lower is better
Codecs
Adds REDCODE RAW, Apple ProRes 422 HQ
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 114, 101, 71
AF points / zones
1053 vs 49 — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
120 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Internal RAW video
Only KOMODO-X supports it
EVF resolution
3,690,000 vs 2,360,000 — higher is better
Reasons to choose
fp L
Codecs
Adds H.265, H.264
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138, 98, 88
Resolution
61 MP vs 19.9 MP — higher is better
AA filter
Only fp L supports it
Weight
720 g vs 1130 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 25,600
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓In-body stabilization (IBIS) — Both support in-body stabilization (ibis)
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
KOMODO-X
Pros
- ✓Global shutter 6K
- ✓REDCODE RAW
- ✓Canon RF mount
- ✓Compact cinema form
Cons
- –No IBIS
- –Cinema-first ergonomics
- –Premium media costs
fp L
Pros
- ✓Tiny full-frame
- ✓61MP
- ✓L-mount
- ✓Unique industrial design
Cons
- –No IBIS
- –Small battery
- –Minimal ergonomics
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, KOMODO-X or fp L?
fp L scores 9.0/10 versus 3.5/10 for KOMODO-X — 61MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the KOMODO-X and fp L?
KOMODO-X is 19.9 MP and fp L is 61 MP, so the fp L captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the KOMODO-X and fp L have in-body image stabilization?
KOMODO-X has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while fp L has 6-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the KOMODO-X or the fp L?
KOMODO-X reaches 20 fps electronic. fp L reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the KOMODO-X and fp L?
KOMODO-X weighs 1130 g and fp L weighs 720 g, so the fp L is 410 g lighter.
Do the KOMODO-X and fp L record 4K video?
KOMODO-X: 6K 17:9 (max), 4K up to 120p. fp L: 4K up to 60p.
Are the KOMODO-X and fp L weather sealed?
KOMODO-X: Yes. fp L: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the KOMODO-X and 640 shots for the fp L, giving the fp L the edge.
How much does each cost?
KOMODO-X launched at $9,995 and fp L at $2,499. The fp L is $7,496 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.