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

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.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and Sigma DP2x. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Gallery and Sigma DP2x Gallery.

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.

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.

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.

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.