Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sigma DP2x
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Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sigma DP2x Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-85mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 550g - 114 x 75 x 93mm
- Announced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Released February 2011
- Replaced the Sigma DP2s
Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sigma DP2x Overview
Let's look a bit more closely at the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sigma DP2x, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Ricoh and Sigma. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 (16MP) and DP2x (5MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (APS-C).
Photography GlossaryThe GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 was revealed 12 months after the DP2x and they are of a similar generation. Each 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 DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 grades against the DP2x when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sigma DP2x Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 and Sigma DP2x. The full galleries are available at Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 Gallery and Sigma DP2x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 over the Sigma DP2x
GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 | DP2x | |||
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Released | February 2012 | February 2011 | More modern by 12 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 230k | Sharper screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2x over the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5
DP2x | GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 |
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Common features in the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 and Sigma DP2x
GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 | DP2x | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lack of Touch screen |
Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sigma DP2x Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 comes with exterior measurements of 114mm x 75mm x 93mm (4.5" x 3.0" x 3.7") having a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) while the Sigma DP2x has sizing of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).
Take a look at the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sigma DP2x in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 compared to the DP2x.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 and DP2x is 69 and 86 respectively.
Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sigma DP2x Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes just by checking specifications. The pic below should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 and DP2x.
Plainly, the 2 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 give greater detail because of its extra 11MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The newer GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.
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Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sigma DP2x Specifications
Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 | Sigma DP2x | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Sigma |
Model type | Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 | Sigma DP2x |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-02-02 | 2011-02-08 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | True II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.7mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 370.5mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 5 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 2640 x 1760 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-85mm (3.5x) | 41mm (1x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.5" |
Screen resolution | 920k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 180 seconds | 15 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 320 x 240 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 320x240 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 550g (1.21 lb) | 280g (0.62 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 114 x 75 x 93mm (4.5" x 3.0" x 3.7") | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 photos | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | DB-90 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images) ) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/MMC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $871 | $699 |