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Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sigma DP2x

Portability
85
Imaging
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Features
44
Overall
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Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC front
 
Sigma DP2x front
Portability
86
Imaging
45
Features
31
Overall
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Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sigma DP2x Key Specs

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 24-72mm (F2.5-4.4) lens
  • 355g - 114 x 70 x 44mm
  • Revealed March 2010
Sigma DP2x
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 320 x 240 video
  • 41mm (F) lens
  • 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
  • Introduced February 2011
  • Superseded the Sigma DP2s
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Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sigma DP2x Overview

Its time to look much closer at the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and Sigma DP2x, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors 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 DP2x (5MP) and the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC (1/1.7") and DP2x (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC was announced 10 months earlier than the DP2x and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC grades versus the DP2x in the way of 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 DP2x

 GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC DP2x 
Display sizing3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution920k230kSharper display (+690k dot)

Reasons to pick Sigma DP2x over the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC

 DP2x GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC 
IntroducedFebruary 2011March 2010Fresher by 10 months

Common features in the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and Sigma DP2x

 GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC DP2x 
Manually focus More exact focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither includes Touch friendly display

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sigma DP2x Physical Comparison

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. 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") accompanied by a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2x has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and Sigma DP2x in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC versus the DP2x.

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sigma DP2x size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and DP2x is 85 and 86 respectively.

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sigma DP2x top view buttons comparison

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sigma DP2x Sensor Comparison

Generally, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out a spec sheet. The visual here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and DP2x.

Clearly, both the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC will provide greater detail with its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The older GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sigma DP2x sensor size comparison

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sigma DP2x Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sigma DP2x 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 details
Sigma DP2x Portrait photography details
36
you can focus manually
exports RAW files
does not have liveview
MP count low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/1.7")
57
has manual focus
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
megapixel count low (5MP)
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Street Comparison

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Street photography info
Sigma DP2x Street photography info
65
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
exports RAW files
lighter than competition (355g)
no articulating screen
sensor size is very small (1/1.7")
68
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
lighter than competition in class (280g)
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Sports photography features
Sigma DP2x Sports photography features
25
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
does not have liveview
continuous shooting slow (2.0 frames/s)
MP count low (10MP)
sensor size is very small (1/1.7")
lacks phase detect auto focus
30
decent sensor size (APS-C)
can't change focal length (41mm)
max fps very slow (3.0 frames per second)
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (5 megapixels)
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC as a Travel photography camera
Sigma DP2x as a Travel photography camera
60
lighter than competition (355 grams)
flash built-in
decently wide (24mm)
MP count low (10 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f2.5)
67
lighter than competition in class (280 grams)
has built in flash
good maximum aperture (f)
megapixel count low (5MP)
does not have selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC as a Landscape photography camera
Sigma DP2x as a Landscape photography camera
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you can focus manually
decently wide (24mm)
pretty good screen size (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
exports RAW files
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.5)
does not have liveview
MP count low (10MP)
sensor size is very small (1/1.7")
48
has manual focus
good maximum aperture (f)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (41mm)
small screen (2.5 inches)
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (5 megapixels)
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Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Vlogging information
Sigma DP2x Vlogging information
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decently wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competition (355g)
sluggish max aperture (f2.5)
display isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (640 x 480 pxls)
no external mic port
28
good maximum aperture (f)
lighter than competition in class (280 grams)
does not have selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
video res low (320 x 240 pxls)
no external microphone jack
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Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sigma DP2x Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and Sigma DP2x
 Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VCSigma DP2x
General Information
Brand Name Ricoh Sigma
Model type Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Sigma DP2x
Type Advanced Mirrorless Large Sensor Compact
Revealed 2010-03-18 2011-02-08
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by Smooth Imaging Engine IV True II
Sensor type CCD CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size 1/1.7" APS-C
Sensor measurements 7.44 x 5.58mm 20.7 x 13.8mm
Sensor surface area 41.5mm² 285.7mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixel 5 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 3648 x 2736 2640 x 1760
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-72mm (3.0x) 41mm (1x)
Highest aperture f/2.5-4.4 -
Macro focusing range 1cm -
Focal length multiplier 4.8 1.7
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inches 2.5 inches
Display resolution 920 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic (optional) None
Features
Min shutter speed 180 seconds 15 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 2.0 frames/s 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 4.50 m 4.30 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 320 x 240
Maximum video resolution 640x480 320x240
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 355 grams (0.78 pounds) 280 grams (0.62 pounds)
Dimensions 114 x 70 x 44mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") 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 410 photos -
Form of battery Battery Pack -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images) ) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/MMC
Storage slots One One
Retail pricing $349 $699