Ricoh G900 vs Sigma DP1s
89 Imaging
47 Features
46 Overall
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90 Imaging
44 Features
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Ricoh G900 vs Sigma DP1s Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 247g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
- Released February 2018
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 800
- No Video
- 28mm (F) lens
- 270g - 109 x 60 x 31mm
- Released October 2009
- Old Model is Sigma DP1
- Newer Model is Sigma DP1x

Ricoh G900 vs Sigma DP1s Overview
Following is a complete review of the Ricoh G900 versus Sigma DP1s, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Ricoh and Sigma. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the G900 (20MP) and DP1s (5MP) and the G900 (1/2.3") and DP1s (APS-C) feature different sensor size.

The G900 was launched 8 years after the DP1s which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh G900 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short view of how the G900 matches up versus the DP1s in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Ricoh G900 vs Sigma DP1s Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh G900 & Sigma DP1s. The complete galleries are available at Ricoh G900 Gallery & Sigma DP1s Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh G900 over the Sigma DP1s
G900 | DP1s | |||
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Released | February 2018 | ![]() | October 2009 | More modern by 103 months |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+810k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP1s over the Ricoh G900
DP1s | G900 |
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Common features in the Ricoh G900 and Sigma DP1s
G900 | DP1s | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Ricoh G900 vs Sigma DP1s Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Ricoh G900 comes with physical measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sigma DP1s has proportions of 109mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).
Check the Ricoh G900 versus Sigma DP1s in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the G900 compared to the DP1s.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G900 and DP1s is 89 and 90 respectively.

Ricoh G900 vs Sigma DP1s Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes purely by viewing specifications. The image below might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the G900 and DP1s.
Plainly, each of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G900 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Ricoh G900 will render more detail utilizing its extra 15 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more recent G900 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Ricoh G900 vs Sigma DP1s Screen and ViewFinder


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Ricoh G900 vs Sigma DP1s Specifications
Ricoh G900 | Sigma DP1s | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Ricoh | Sigma |
Model | Ricoh G900 | Sigma DP1s |
Category | Waterproof | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2018-02-21 | 2009-10-02 |
Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 5MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 2640 x 1760 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 800 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28mm (1x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) | - |
Flash settings | Flash on, flash off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840x2160 | - |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | None |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Supports FlashAir SD cards | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | DB-110 lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 247 grams (0.54 lbs) | 270 grams (0.60 lbs) |
Dimensions | 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 109 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/MMC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $752 | $0 |