Ricoh GR vs Sigma fp

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Ricoh GR and Sigma fp, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Ricoh and Sigma. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the GR (16MP) and fp (25MP) and the GR (APS-C) and fp (Full frame) feature totally different sensor size.

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The GR was manufactured 7 years earlier than the fp which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh GR being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the GR matches up against the fp with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh GR and Sigma fp. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh GR Gallery and Sigma fp Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Ricoh GR enjoys exterior measurements of 117mm x 61mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Sigma fp has sizing of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the GR vs the fp.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GR and fp is 90 and 84 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading specifications. The pic below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the GR and fp.

To sum up, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The GR because of its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Sigma fp will offer extra detail due to its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged GR is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.