The Sigma fp Mirrorless Camera delivers high-spec functionality for stills and video in an extremely compact body that weighs under one pound. Driven by a full-frame 24.6MP BSI Bayer CMOS sensor, 14-bit color depth, electronic image stabilization, and Leica’s L-mount lens interface, the fp and its fully electronic shutter provide a maximum resolution for raw and JPEG files of 6000 x 4000 and a shooting rate of 18 fps, while its focus system employs contrast detection and a 49-point selection mode for AF measurement distance, as well as face detection, eye detection, and focus peaking. A base sensitivity of ISO 100-25600 can be expanded to ISO 6-102400, and its video recording capabilities allow for UHD 4K recording at up to 30p, while Full HD recording can be captured at up to 120p. For raw video data, 12-bit CinemaDNG external recording is supported. To help shooters fine tune their video content, Sigma’s “Teal and Orange” mode is inspired by the color grading techniques of Hollywood and creates high contrast between orange colors, which are found in human skin tones, and teals (cyan blue), which are their complement. So that users may easily switch between still and video modes, there is a switch on top of the camera.
Also available for video shooters in a “Director’s Viewfinder” function, which allows for the simulating of different angles of view and how an image looks in a cinema camera. It supports cameras such as the ARRI ALEXA LF and RED MONSTRO 8K, as well as other commonly-used digital cameras, film cameras, and anamorphic lenses.
Compose and review your shots with a 3.15″ 2.1m-dot LCD touchscreen, and media is captured internally to a UHS-II SDXC card slot. Thanks to an effective heat sink and a 42-point seal for dust- and splash-proofing, the fp will function well for long hours of use in a wide variety of environments. If you need to connect to external peripherals, there is a USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C port and a micro-HDMI port.
Firmware Version 3.00
Introduced Features
- Adds new Color Modes “Powder Blue” and “Duotone”
- Adds the “Save/Load Settings” function saves and loads camera settings using a QR code
- Adds compatibility with the Sigma Electronic Viewfinder EVF-11
- Adds the “Automatic switch to the LCD monitor display” function to preview images and operate the menu on the camera’s LCD monitor while using the View button, MENU button, and QS button
- Adds the “Quick Focus Frame Shift” function to the Rear Dial’s direction buttons to directly move the focus frame
- Adds “Custom Buttons” able to assign their desired functions such as “Exposure Compensation” and “Depth of Field Preview” to the AEL button, Rear Dial (direction button), Tone Control button, Color Mode button, and MODE (Shooting Mode) button
- Adds “LCD Off Mode” to the Display Mode settings whereby the LCD monitor turns off during shooting or when the camera is not in operation
- Adds a “Screenshot” feature to save any screen displayed on the LCD monitor as a still-image file
- Enables focus frame to be moved even when the image is enlarged during shooting in AF or MF
- Adds 24 and 48 fps frame rates (only at FHD resolution) in the Movie Record Setting
- Adds “KOMODO 6K” by RED Digital Cinema in the Director’s Viewfinder mode
- Adds a “Custom Frame” option to the Frame Guide function, to select any desired aspect ratio or absolute size value on the image sensor
- Enables the “Color Temperature” setting to be adjusted in “White balance” in custom 50K increments
- Improved AF operation to achieve better accuracy, stability, and followability
- Enhanced “Flicker Control” function
- Improve JPEG file image quality
- Launched 2021.06.03
Firmware Version 2
Introduced Features
- Cinemagraph creation and playback
- CinemaDNG footage playback
- Still capture during live view and movie shooting in Cine mode
- Still image capture from CinemaDNG and MOV movie files
- HDR in movie shooting
- Still and movie shooting in Director’s Viewfinder mode
- Supports DCI 4K 12-bit with raw output over HDMI
- Supports raw over HDMI recording with Atomos Ninja V recorder
- Supports recording Blackmagic RAW codec over HDMI with Blackmagic Video Assist 12G models
- Camera movement control is compatible with ZHIYUN Weebill S gimbal
- Supports camera control in USB mode with forthcoming Software Development Kit
Updates and Enhancements
- Supports Dual Base ISO at ISO 100 and 3200
- Supports CinemaDNG at 25 and 29.97 fps for UHD 4K 12-bit shooting
- Supports CinemaDNG at 100 fps for FHD 12-bit shooting
- Supports CinemaDNG 100 and 119.88 fps for FHD 8-bit and 10-bit shooting
- Exposure adjustment now available in QS Menu
- Tone control setting now available during movie shooting
- Supports USB Video Class (UVC) setting adjustments while the fp is connected to USB
- Supports time code generation
- Compatible with BWF format
- Supports file size changes at aspect ratio 7:6
- Optional shutter sound effect
General Features
Full-Frame Sensor
Robust & Lightweight Aluminum Body
Large Heat Sink
Dust- and Splash-Proof Structure
Same Screw Threads for Strap Fittings and Tripod
Full-Time Electronic Shutter
“Teal and Orange” Color Mode
Fill Light
Tone Control & Color Mode
HDR Shooting
Cinemagraph
Face/Eye Detection AF
Focus Peaking
L-Mount
Supports Raw Video Data Recording
Director’s Viewfinder
The Sigma fp has a “Director’s Viewfinder” function that allows the user to simulate different angles of view and how an image looks on cinema cameras. It supports cameras by major manufacturers commonly used in filmmaking. It supports not only large format cameras such as ARRI ALEXA LF and RED MONSTRO 8K, but also film cameras and anamorphic lenses.
Supported cameras include ARRI’s ARRICAM/ARRIFLEX, ALEXA LF/ALEXA Mini LF, ALEXA SXT, ALEXA Mini, AMIRA, ALEXA 65, and ALEXA XT; Sony’s VENICE; and RED’s MONSTRO 8K, HELIUM 8K, DRAGON 6K, EPIC MX 5K, and GEMINI 5K.
Functions Comparable to Pro Cinema Cameras
UI Optimized for Different Shooting Modes
Sigma Fp Specs
Lens Mount | Leica L |
Sensor Type | 35.9 x 23.9 mm (Full-Frame) CMOS |
Sensor Resolution | Actual: 25.38 Megapixel Effective: 24.6 Megapixel (6000 x 4000) |
Crop Factor | None |
Aspect Ratio | 1:1, 2:1, 3:2, 4:3, 7:6, 16:9, 21:9 |
Image File Format | JPEG, Raw |
Bit Depth | 14-Bit |
Image Stabilization | Digital |
ISO Sensitivity | 100 to 25600 (Extended: 6 to 102400) |
Shutter Speed | Electronic Shutter 1/8000 to 30 Seconds Bulb Mode |
Metering Method | Center-Weighted Average, Evaluative, Spot |
Exposure Modes | Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority |
Exposure Compensation | -5 to +5 EV (1/3 EV Steps) |
Metering Range | -5 to 18 EV |
White Balance | Auto, Color Temperature, Custom, Custom 1, Custom 2, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Overcast, Shade |
Continuous Shooting | Up to 18 fps at 24.6 MP for up to 12 Frames (Raw) Up to 5 fps at 24.6 MP for up to 12 Frames (Raw) Up to 3 fps at 24.6 MP for up to 24 Frames (Raw) |
Interval Recording | Yes |
Self-Timer | 2/10-Second Delay |
Recording Modes | H.264 UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98p/25p/29.97p Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.98p/25p/29.97p/59.94p/100p/119.88p |
External Recording Modes | 4:2:2 12-Bit via UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p/50p/59.94p/100p/120p |
Audio Recording | Built-In Microphone (Stereo) |
Audio File Format | Linear PCM (Stereo) |
Focus Type | Auto and Manual Focus |
Focus Mode | Continuous-Servo AF (C), Manual Focus (M), Single-Servo AF (S) |
Autofocus Points | Contrast Detection: 49 |
Autofocus Sensitivity | -5 to +18 EV |
Size | 3.15″ |
Resolution | 2,100,000 Dot |
Display Type | Fixed Touchscreen LCD |
Built-In Flash | No |
Flash Modes | Red-Eye Reduction, Second-Curtain Sync, Slow Sync |
Maximum Sync Speed | 1/30 Second |
Flash Compensation | -3 to +3 EV (1/3 EV Steps) |
Dedicated Flash System | S-TTL |
External Flash Connection | Hot Shoe |
Media/Memory Card Slot | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II) |
Internal Memory | None |
Connectivity | HDMI D (Micro), USB Type-C (USB 3.0) |
Wireless | None |
GPS | No |
Operating Temperature | 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C |
Operating Humidity | 0 to 85% |
Battery Type | 1 x Sigma BP-51 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.2 VDC, 1200 mAh |
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 4.43 x 2.75 x 1.78″ / 112.6 x 69.9 x 45.3 mm |
Weight | 14.89 oz / 422 g (Body with Battery and Memory) 13.05 oz / 370 g (Body Only) |
Package Weight | 2.5 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 19 x 15.5 x 8.5″ |
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