Ricoh GR vs Sigma DP2 Merrill
90 Imaging
58 Features
54 Overall
56
83 Imaging
56 Features
33 Overall
46
Ricoh GR vs Sigma DP2 Merrill Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28mm (F2.8) lens
- 245g - 117 x 61 x 35mm
- Announced April 2013
- Updated by Ricoh GR II
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 640 x 480 video
- 50mm (F2.8) lens
- 330g - 122 x 67 x 59mm
- Announced February 2012
- Previous Model is Sigma DP1 Merrill
- Successor is Sigma DP3 Merrill
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes Ricoh GR vs Sigma DP2 Merrill Overview
In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Ricoh GR vs Sigma DP2 Merrill, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Ricoh and Sigma. The sensor resolution of the GR (16MP) and the DP2 Merrill (15MP) is relatively similar and they use the same exact sensor size (APS-C).
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe GR was announced 15 months after the DP2 Merrill which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).
Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the GR grades versus the DP2 Merrill in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Photography Glossary Ricoh GR vs Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GR and Sigma DP2 Merrill. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh GR Gallery and Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh GR over the Sigma DP2 Merrill
| GR | DP2 Merrill | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | April 2013 |  | February 2012 | Newer by 15 months |
| Screen resolution | 1230k |  | 920k | Sharper screen (+310k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 Merrill over the Ricoh GR
| DP2 Merrill | GR |
|---|
Common features in the Ricoh GR and Sigma DP2 Merrill
| GR | DP2 Merrill | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very accurate focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent screen size |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither includes Touch screen |
Ricoh GR vs Sigma DP2 Merrill Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Ricoh GR features 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) and the Sigma DP2 Merrill has proportions of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") along with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).
Check the Ricoh GR vs Sigma DP2 Merrill in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the GR and the DP2 Merrill.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GR and DP2 Merrill is 90 and 83 respectively.
Ricoh GR vs Sigma DP2 Merrill Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions only by going over specifications. The picture here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the GR and DP2 Merrill.
Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Ricoh GR to deliver greater detail with its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more modern GR should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
Ricoh GR vs Sigma DP2 Merrill Screen and ViewFinder
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixelsStreet Comparison
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsSports Comparison
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesTravel Comparison
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsLandscape Comparison
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneVlogging Comparison
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music video
Ricoh GR vs Sigma DP2 Merrill Specifications
| Ricoh GR | Sigma DP2 Merrill | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Ricoh | Sigma |
| Model type | Ricoh GR | Sigma DP2 Merrill |
| Class | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2013-04-17 | 2012-02-08 |
| Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | Dual TRUE II engine |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 24 x 16mm |
| Sensor area | 372.1mm² | 384.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 15 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
| Maximum resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 4704 x 3136 |
| Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28mm (1x) | 50mm (1x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 1,230k dots | 920k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (optional) | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 300s | - |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | - |
| Continuous shooting rate | 4.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.40 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
| Flash settings | - | no built-in flash |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash synchronize | 1/4000s | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| 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) | 640x480 |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 245g (0.54 pounds) | 330g (0.73 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 117 x 61 x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") | 122 x 67 x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 shots | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | DB65 | - |
| Self timer | Yes | - |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD, SDHC, SDXC | - |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch cost | $971 | $931 |
