Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sigma DP1x

Lets look more closely at the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and Sigma DP1x, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Ricoh and Sigma. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC (10MP) and DP1x (5MP) and the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC (1/1.7") and DP1x (APS-C) provide different sensor dimensions.

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The GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC was launched within a month of the DP1x which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC scores against the DP1x in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC & Sigma DP1x. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Gallery & Sigma DP1x Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC features exterior dimensions of 114mm x 70mm x 44mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") with a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Sigma DP1x has sizing of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and Sigma DP1x in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC against the DP1x.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and DP1x is 85 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing merely by checking specifications. The graphic here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and DP1x.

To sum up, each of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh harder and the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC will give more detail utilizing its extra 5MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images more aggressively.