Ricoh G700SE vs Sigma DP1

In this write-up, we are looking at the Ricoh G700SE and Sigma DP1, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Ricoh and Sigma. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the G700SE (12MP) and DP1 (5MP) and the G700SE (1/2.3") and DP1 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor size.

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The G700SE was unveiled 2 years later than the DP1 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a concise view of how the G700SE grades versus the DP1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh G700SE & Sigma DP1. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh G700SE Gallery & Sigma DP1 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Ricoh G700SE enjoys exterior measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP1 has sizing of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") along with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh G700SE and Sigma DP1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the G700SE versus the DP1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G700SE and DP1 is 88 and 87 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading specs. The visual underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the G700SE and DP1.

All in all, both of those cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G700SE using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field harder and the Ricoh G700SE will deliver greater detail having an extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more modern G700SE will have a benefit in sensor tech.