Ricoh CX1 vs Sigma DP2s

Below, we will be analyzing the Ricoh CX1 vs Sigma DP2s, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Ricoh and Sigma. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the CX1 (9MP) and DP2s (5MP) and the CX1 (1/2.3") and DP2s (APS-C) come with different sensor sizing.

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The CX1 was brought out 12 months earlier than the DP2s so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh CX1 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the CX1 grades against the DP2s for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX1 and Sigma DP2s. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX1 Gallery and Sigma DP2s Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX1 has physical measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Sigma DP2s has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh CX1 vs Sigma DP2s in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the CX1 vs the DP2s.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the CX1 and DP2s is 93 and 86 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specs. The picture underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the CX1 and DP2s.

All in all, both of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The CX1 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF harder and the Ricoh CX1 will show more detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged CX1 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.