Ricoh GR vs Sigma DP2s
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54 Overall
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Ricoh GR vs Sigma DP2s 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
- Renewed by Ricoh GR II
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 50 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Revealed February 2010
- Replaced the Sigma DP2
- Successor is Sigma DP2x
Ricoh GR vs Sigma DP2s Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Ricoh GR versus Sigma DP2s, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by brands Ricoh and Sigma. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the GR (16MP) and DP2s (5MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe GR was brought out 3 years after the DP2s which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).
Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the GR grades vs the DP2s in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Ricoh GR vs Sigma DP2s Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GR and Sigma DP2s. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh GR Gallery and Sigma DP2s Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh GR over the Sigma DP2s
GR | DP2s | |||
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Revealed | April 2013 | February 2010 | More modern by 39 months | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 1230k | 230k | Clearer screen (+1000k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2s over the Ricoh GR
DP2s | GR |
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Common features in the Ricoh GR and Sigma DP2s
GR | DP2s | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither includes Touch screen |
Ricoh GR vs Sigma DP2s Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Ricoh GR features physical measurements of 117mm x 61mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Sigma DP2s has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).
Take a look at the Ricoh GR versus Sigma DP2s in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the GR versus the DP2s.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GR and DP2s is 90 and 86 respectively.
Ricoh GR vs Sigma DP2s Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes purely by viewing specifications. The pic here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the GR and DP2s.
To sum up, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Ricoh GR to provide you with greater detail having its extra 11MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent GR provides a benefit in sensor technology.
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Ricoh GR vs Sigma DP2s Specifications
Ricoh GR | Sigma DP2s | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Ricoh | Sigma |
Model | Ricoh GR | Sigma DP2s |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-04-17 | 2010-02-20 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | True II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 372.1mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 5 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 2640 x 1760 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 50 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28mm (1x) | 41mm (1x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 2.5" |
Screen resolution | 1,230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 300 seconds | 15 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.40 m (at ISO 100) | 4.30 m |
Flash modes | - | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/4000 seconds | - |
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) | 320 x 240 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 320x240 |
Video data 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 245 grams (0.54 pounds) | 280 grams (0.62 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 61 x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 78 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 972 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 290 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | DB65 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD, SDHC, SDXC | SD/SDHC/MMC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $971 | $940 |