Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sigma DP1

The following is a extended analysis of the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sigma DP1, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Ricoh and Sigma. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 (16MP) and DP1 (5MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 was released 3 years after the DP1 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 matches up versus the DP1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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In case you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 provides outside measurements of 114mm x 75mm x 93mm (4.5" x 3.0" x 3.7") having a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) and the Sigma DP1 has dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sigma DP1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 versus the DP1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 and DP1 is 69 and 87 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions only by checking out specs. The picture underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 and DP1.

As you can plainly see, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 to show more detail as a result of its extra 11MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The fresher GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 will have an edge in sensor innovation.