Ricoh GR vs Sigma DP1
90 Imaging
57 Features
54 Overall
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87 Imaging
43 Features
30 Overall
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Ricoh GR vs Sigma DP1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28mm (F2.8) lens
- 245g - 117 x 61 x 35mm
- Released April 2013
- Later Model is Ricoh GR II
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 800
- No Video
- 28mm (F) lens
- 270g - 113 x 60 x 50mm
- Announced May 2008
- Later Model is Sigma DP1s
Ricoh GR vs Sigma DP1 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Ricoh GR versus Sigma DP1, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by brands Ricoh and Sigma. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the GR (16MP) and DP1 (5MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).
Photography GlossaryThe GR was launched 4 years later than the DP1 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).
Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the GR matches up versus the DP1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Ricoh GR vs Sigma DP1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh GR and Sigma DP1. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh GR Gallery and Sigma DP1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh GR over the Sigma DP1
GR | DP1 | |||
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Announced | April 2013 | May 2008 | Fresher by 60 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 1230k | 230k | Clearer display (+1000k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP1 over the Ricoh GR
DP1 | GR |
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Common features in the Ricoh GR and Sigma DP1
GR | DP1 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Ricoh GR vs Sigma DP1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh GR offers outer dimensions of 117mm x 61mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP1 has dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") and a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).
Check out the Ricoh GR versus Sigma DP1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the GR versus the DP1.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GR and DP1 is 90 and 87 respectively.
Ricoh GR vs Sigma DP1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing merely by checking out a spec sheet. The visual here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the GR and DP1.
Clearly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Ricoh GR to produce extra detail utilizing its extra 11 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more modern GR will have a benefit in sensor technology.
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Ricoh GR vs Sigma DP1 Specifications
Ricoh GR | Sigma DP1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Sigma |
Model type | Ricoh GR | Sigma DP1 |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-04-17 | 2008-05-19 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 16 megapixels | 5 megapixels |
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 support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28mm (1x) | 28mm (1x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Display resolution | 1,230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 300 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.40 m (at ISO 100) | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/4000 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 ( 60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24 fps) | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | 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 | 245 grams (0.54 lb) | 270 grams (0.60 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 61 x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") | 113 x 60 x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 78 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 972 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 290 images | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | DB65 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD, SDHC, SDXC | SD/MMC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $971 | $566 |