Ricoh PX vs Sigma DP2s

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Ricoh PX and Sigma DP2s, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Ricoh and Sigma. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the PX (16MP) and DP2s (5MP) and the PX (1/2.3") and DP2s (APS-C) use totally different sensor sizes.

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The PX was launched 19 months after the DP2s which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh PX being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the PX scores versus the DP2s in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh PX and Sigma DP2s. The complete galleries are available at Ricoh PX Gallery and Sigma DP2s Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh PX has got outer dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Sigma DP2s has dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh PX and Sigma DP2s in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the PX and the DP2s.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the PX and DP2s is 95 and 86 respectively.

Normally, its hard to see the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading through specs. The pic underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the PX and DP2s.

All in all, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The PX featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF trickier and the Ricoh PX will give extra detail utilizing its extra 11MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The newer PX will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.