Sigma
FP2
Pocket-sized L-Mount full-frame body with a 24.5MP partially stacked sensor, 20fps stills, 6K OpenGate / ProRes RAW video, 70GB internal storage, and a Still/Cine mode switch.
$2,199
Launch priceReleased Nov 2026
Sony
Alpha 7C II
Compact 33MP full-frame with AI AF, 4K 60p, and travel-friendly body.
$2,199
Launch priceReleased Oct 2023
FP2 is 3.1 years newer.
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Wins
FP2
Wins
Alpha 7C II
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7C II has higher Burst (mechanical) (10 fps vs 0 fps)
- BAlpha 7C II has higher IBIS effectiveness (7 stops vs 0 stops)
- AFP2 has higher RAW buffer depth (180 frames vs 44 frames)
- AFP2 has higher ISO max (native) (102,400 vs 51,200)
- AFP2 has higher Burst (electronic) (20 fps vs 10 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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FP2
112 × 71 × 41 mm
460 g (1.01 lb / 16.23 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 7C II
124 × 71 × 63 mm
514 g (1.13 lb / 18.13 oz)
FP2 is 12mm narrower and 22mm thinner than Alpha 7C II.
FP2 is 54 g lighter than Alpha 7C II.
Depth (front-to-back): 41mm FP2 · 63mm Alpha 7C II
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
FP2
112 × 71 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7C II
124 × 71 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
FP2
112 × 41 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7C II
124 × 63 mm
Sensor size, to scale
FP2
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
Alpha 7C II
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
FP2: mount data unavailable
Alpha 7C II
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
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
FP2
AF low-light limit
-5 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Animals, Birds, People
Codecs
Adds ProRes RAW, ProRes RAW HQ, H.264…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 112, 71, 41
RAW buffer depth
180 frames vs 44 frames — higher is better
ISO max (native)
102,400 vs 51,200 — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
20 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
Weight
460 g vs 514 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7C II
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Burst (mechanical)
10 fps vs 0 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
IBIS effectiveness
7 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 124, 71.1, 63.4
AA filter
Only Alpha 7C II supports it
In-body stabilization (IBIS)
Only Alpha 7C II supports it
Wi-Fi
Only Alpha 7C II supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 59.94 fps
- ✓Internal RAW video — Both support internal raw video
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
FP2
Pros
- ✓World's smallest full-frame body (376g body only)
- ✓24.5MP partially stacked sensor, 20fps electronic burst
- ✓6K OpenGate + ProRes RAW HQ, L-Log, 32-bit float audio
- ✓70GB internal storage + SD UHS-II + USB SSD
- ✓Tilting 3.15" LCD, dust/splash resistant, modular EVF-21
Cons
- –No in-body image stabilization (EIS in video only)
- –No built-in EVF — optional EVF-21 sold separately
- –Electronic shutter only
- –No headphone jack (USB audio only)
Alpha 7C II
Pros
- ✓Compact full-frame
- ✓33MP sensor
- ✓AI subject recognition
- ✓4K 60p
Cons
- –Small grip
- –Single card slot
- –Micro HDMI
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, FP2 or Alpha 7C II?
Alpha 7C II scores 8.0/10 versus 5.0/10 for FP2 — Bird AF subject recognition.
What's the resolution difference between the FP2 and Alpha 7C II?
FP2 is 24.5 MP and Alpha 7C II is 33 MP, so the Alpha 7C II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the FP2 and Alpha 7C II have in-body image stabilization?
FP2 does not have IBIS, while Alpha 7C II has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the FP2 or the Alpha 7C II?
FP2 reaches 20 fps electronic. Alpha 7C II reaches 10 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the FP2 and Alpha 7C II?
FP2 weighs 460 g and Alpha 7C II weighs 514 g, so the FP2 is 54 g lighter.
Do the FP2 and Alpha 7C II record 4K video?
FP2: 4K up to 59.94p. Alpha 7C II: 4K up to 59.94p.
Are the FP2 and Alpha 7C II weather sealed?
FP2: Yes. Alpha 7C II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 370 shots (CIPA) for the FP2 and 530 shots for the Alpha 7C II, giving the Alpha 7C II the edge.
How much does each cost?
Both launched at $2,199.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed October 2026.
Product images courtesy of Sigma and Sony press materials.