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Ricoh GR II vs Sigma DP1

Portability
89
Imaging
59
Features
55
Overall
57
Ricoh GR II front
 
Sigma DP1 front
Portability
87
Imaging
43
Features
30
Overall
37

Ricoh GR II vs Sigma DP1 Key Specs

Ricoh GR II
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28mm (F2.8-16.0) lens
  • 251g - 117 x 63 x 35mm
  • Introduced June 2015
  • Older Model is Ricoh GR
Sigma DP1
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 800
  • No Video
  • 28mm (F) lens
  • 270g - 113 x 60 x 50mm
  • Released May 2008
  • Updated by Sigma DP1s
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Ricoh GR II vs Sigma DP1 Overview

Lets look more in depth at the Ricoh GR II versus Sigma DP1, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by brands Ricoh and Sigma. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the GR II (16MP) and DP1 (5MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

Photography Glossary

The GR II was unveiled 7 years after the DP1 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the GR II scores against the DP1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh GR II over the Sigma DP1

 GR II DP1 
ReleasedJune 2015May 2008Newer by 87 months
Display dimensions3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution1230k230kClearer display (+1000k dot)

Reasons to pick Sigma DP1 over the Ricoh GR II

 DP1 GR II 

Common features in the Ricoh GR II and Sigma DP1

 GR II DP1 
Manually focus Very accurate focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch display Absent Touch display

Ricoh GR II vs Sigma DP1 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Ricoh GR II has external dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Sigma DP1 has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") having a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh GR II versus Sigma DP1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the GR II compared to the DP1.

Ricoh GR II vs Sigma DP1 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the GR II and DP1 is 89 and 87 respectively.

Ricoh GR II vs Sigma DP1 top view buttons comparison

Ricoh GR II vs Sigma DP1 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, its hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions merely by viewing technical specs. The image below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the GR II and DP1.

As you can tell, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Ricoh GR II to provide you with greater detail having an extra 11MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The fresher GR II provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Ricoh GR II vs Sigma DP1 sensor size comparison

Ricoh GR II vs Sigma DP1 Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh GR II vs Sigma DP1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Ricoh GR II
Portrait photography with Sigma DP1
75
you can focus manually
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
includes face detect autofocus
supports RAW files
55
manual focus
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
low MP (5MP)
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Street Comparison

Ricoh GR II Street photography information
Sigma DP1 Street photography information
74
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
lighter than average (251 grams)
great high ISO (25,600)
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
64
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
lighter than others (270g)
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
low max ISO (800)
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Sports Comparison

Ricoh GR II Sports photography features
Sigma DP1 Sports photography features
50
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
includes tracking focus
focal length is fixed (28mm)
slow continuous shooting (4.0 frames/s)
no image stabilization
lacks phase detect autofocus
31
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
focal length is fixed (28mm)
no image stabilization
low MP (5 megapixels)
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Ricoh GR II Travel photography factors
Sigma DP1 Travel photography factors
67
lighter than average (251g)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
flash built-in
missing Timelapse recording
does not have a selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
63
lighter than others (270g)
built-in flash
great max aperture (f)
does not have Time Lapse function
low MP (5MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh GR II as a Landscape photography camera
Sigma DP1 as a Landscape photography camera
59
you can focus manually
nice screen size (3 inches)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
great high ISO (25,600)
supports RAW files
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (28mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
no image stabilization
missing Timelapse recording
44
manual focus
great max aperture (f)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (28mm)
screen is somewhat small (2.5 inches)
no image stabilization
low MP (5MP)
low max ISO (800)
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh GR II Vlogging advice
Sigma DP1 Vlogging advice
32
includes face detect autofocus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than average (251g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
missing microphone support
9
can't shoot video
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Ricoh GR II vs Sigma DP1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh GR II and Sigma DP1
 Ricoh GR IISigma DP1
General Information
Brand Ricoh Sigma
Model type Ricoh GR II Sigma DP1
Type Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Introduced 2015-06-17 2008-05-19
Physical type Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by GR Engine V -
Sensor type CMOS CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 23.7 x 15.7mm 20.7 x 13.8mm
Sensor area 372.1mm² 285.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 5MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 3:2
Max resolution 4928 x 3264 2640 x 1760
Max native ISO 25600 800
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28mm (1x) 28mm (1x)
Maximum aperture f/2.8-16.0 -
Macro focusing distance 10cm -
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.7
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inches 2.5 inches
Screen resolution 1,230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (optional) None
Features
Min shutter speed 300s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/4000s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter rate 4.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.00 m (at Auto ISO) -
Flash options Auto, Flash On, Flash Synchro., Manual Flash, Red-Eye Flash Auto, Red-Eye Flash On, Red-Eye Flash Synchro, Wireless -
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p, 24p) -
Max video resolution 1920x1080 None
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 251 gr (0.55 pounds) 270 gr (0.60 pounds)
Physical dimensions 117 x 63 x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") 113 x 60 x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating 80 not tested
DXO Color Depth rating 23.6 not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating 13.7 not tested
DXO Low light rating 1078 not tested
Other
Battery life 320 images -
Battery style Battery Pack -
Battery ID DB-65 -
Self timer Yes Yes (10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/MMC card
Card slots 1 1
Launch price $599 $566