Ricoh G700SE vs Sigma DP2 Quattro

The following is a thorough assessment of the Ricoh G700SE vs Sigma DP2 Quattro, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Ricoh and Sigma. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the G700SE (12MP) and DP2 Quattro (20MP) and the G700SE (1/2.3") and DP2 Quattro (APS-C) offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The G700SE was unveiled 4 years prior to the DP2 Quattro which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summary of how the G700SE matches up against the DP2 Quattro for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh G700SE & Sigma DP2 Quattro. The full galleries are available at Ricoh G700SE Gallery & Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Ricoh G700SE features external 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) while the Sigma DP2 Quattro has proportions of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") with a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the G700SE versus the DP2 Quattro.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G700SE and DP2 Quattro is 88 and 70 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specifications. The image underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the G700SE and DP2 Quattro.

Plainly, both of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G700SE having a smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Sigma DP2 Quattro will produce greater detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged G700SE will be behind in sensor tech.