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Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sigma DP2 Quattro

Portability
85
Imaging
34
Features
44
Overall
38
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC front
 
Sigma DP2 Quattro front
Portability
70
Imaging
63
Features
38
Overall
53

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Key Specs

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 24-72mm (F2.5-4.4) lens
  • 355g - 114 x 70 x 44mm
  • Launched March 2010
Sigma DP2 Quattro
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • No Video
  • 45mm (F2.8) lens
  • 395g - 161 x 67 x 82mm
  • Launched February 2014
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Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Overview

Here, we will be evaluating the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC versus Sigma DP2 Quattro, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Ricoh and Sigma. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC (10MP) and DP2 Quattro (20MP) and the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC (1/1.7") and DP2 Quattro (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC was unveiled 4 years before the DP2 Quattro and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC grades against the DP2 Quattro in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC over the Sigma DP2 Quattro

 GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC DP2 Quattro 

Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 Quattro over the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC

 DP2 Quattro GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC 
LaunchedFebruary 2014March 2010Fresher by 47 months

Common features in the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and Sigma DP2 Quattro

 GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC DP2 Quattro 
Manual focus More exact focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size3"3"Same screen measurement
Screen resolution920k920kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither contains Touch friendly screen

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Physical Comparison

If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC has got external dimensions of 114mm x 70mm x 44mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") having a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Sigma DP2 Quattro has sizing of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

See the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC versus Sigma DP2 Quattro in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC against the DP2 Quattro.

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sigma DP2 Quattro size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and DP2 Quattro is 85 and 70 respectively.

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sigma DP2 Quattro top view buttons comparison

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching specs. The photograph below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and DP2 Quattro.

All in all, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC having a smaller sensor will make getting bokeh more difficult and the Sigma DP2 Quattro will render extra detail having an extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The older GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sigma DP2 Quattro sensor size comparison

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Portrait photography highlights
Sigma DP2 Quattro Portrait photography highlights
36
has manual focus
supports RAW files
no liveview
low resolution (10MP)
small sensor size (1/1.7")
77
has manual focus
sensor resolution is decent (20MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
features face detect focus
saves RAW files
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Street Comparison

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Street photography info
Sigma DP2 Quattro Street photography info
65
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports RAW files
lighter than others (355 grams)
fixed screen
small sensor size (1/1.7")
61
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW files
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Sports photography features
Sigma DP2 Quattro Sports photography features
25
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no liveview
slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames/s)
low resolution (10 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/1.7")
no phase detect AF
48
sensor resolution is decent (20 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
can't change focal length (45mm)
slow continuous shooting (3.0 fps)
does not have image stabilization
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Travel photography information
Sigma DP2 Quattro Travel photography information
60
lighter than others (355 grams)
built-in flash
decently wide (24mm)
low resolution (10MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f2.5)
53
sensor resolution is decent (20 megapixels)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Landscape photography info
Sigma DP2 Quattro Landscape photography info
47
has manual focus
decently wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports RAW files
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.5)
no liveview
low resolution (10 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/1.7")
59
has manual focus
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
sensor resolution is decent (20MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW files
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (45mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not have image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Vlogging factors
Sigma DP2 Quattro Vlogging factors
28
decently wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than others (355 grams)
slow max aperture (f2.5)
display isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (640 x 480 resolution)
no external mic port
9
lack of video recording
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Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and Sigma DP2 Quattro
 Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VCSigma DP2 Quattro
General Information
Manufacturer Ricoh Sigma
Model Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Sigma DP2 Quattro
Category Advanced Mirrorless Large Sensor Compact
Launched 2010-03-18 2014-02-13
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Smooth Imaging Engine IV TRUE III engine
Sensor type CCD CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size 1/1.7" APS-C
Sensor dimensions 7.44 x 5.58mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor area 41.5mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixel 20 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 3648 x 2736 5424 x 3616
Maximum native ISO 3200 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-72mm (3.0x) 45mm (1x)
Maximum aperture f/2.5-4.4 f/2.8
Macro focus range 1cm -
Focal length multiplier 4.8 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 920 thousand dot 920 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen technology - TFT color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic (optional) None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 180 secs 30 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 2.0 frames per second 3.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 4.50 m no built-in flash
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual no built-in flash
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) -
Maximum video resolution 640x480 None
Video data format Motion JPEG -
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 355 gr (0.78 lbs) 395 gr (0.87 lbs)
Physical dimensions 114 x 70 x 44mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") 161 x 67 x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 410 photos -
Battery form Battery Pack -
Battery model - BP-51
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images) ) Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal -
Storage slots Single Single
Pricing at launch $349 $931