Ricoh GR vs Sigma DP2 Quattro

Below, we are matching up the Ricoh GR vs Sigma DP2 Quattro, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Ricoh and Sigma. The image resolution of the GR (16MP) and the DP2 Quattro (20MP) is very well matched and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The GR was released 10 months before the DP2 Quattro and they are of a similar age. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a simple view of how the GR grades vs the DP2 Quattro for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh GR & Sigma DP2 Quattro. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh GR Gallery & Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh GR has outside measurements of 117mm x 61mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2 Quattro has dimensions 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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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the GR versus the DP2 Quattro.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the GR and DP2 Quattro is 90 and 70 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes purely by checking specifications. The image below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the GR and DP2 Quattro.

Plainly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can expect to see the Sigma DP2 Quattro to give you more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged GR is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.