Ricoh WG-20 vs Sigma DP1
93 Imaging
38 Features
36 Overall
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87 Imaging
43 Features
30 Overall
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Ricoh WG-20 vs Sigma DP1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Revealed February 2014
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 800
- No Video
- 28mm (F) lens
- 270g - 113 x 60 x 50mm
- Announced May 2008
- Replacement is Sigma DP1s
Ricoh WG-20 vs Sigma DP1 Overview
Below, we are contrasting the Ricoh WG-20 vs Sigma DP1, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Ricoh and Sigma. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the WG-20 (14MP) and DP1 (5MP) and the WG-20 (1/2.3") and DP1 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor dimensions.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe WG-20 was introduced 5 years later than the DP1 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-20 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the WG-20 scores vs the DP1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Ricoh WG-20 vs Sigma DP1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-20 and Sigma DP1. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh WG-20 Gallery and Sigma DP1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-20 over the Sigma DP1
WG-20 | DP1 | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | May 2008 | More recent by 70 months | |
Display dimension | 2.7" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP1 over the Ricoh WG-20
DP1 | WG-20 |
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Common features in the Ricoh WG-20 and Sigma DP1
WG-20 | DP1 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither provides Touch display |
Ricoh WG-20 vs Sigma DP1 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-20 provides outer dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP1 has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") having a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).
Analyze the Ricoh WG-20 vs Sigma DP1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the WG-20 compared to the DP1.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-20 and DP1 is 93 and 87 respectively.
Ricoh WG-20 vs Sigma DP1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements purely by seeing technical specs. The visual below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-20 and DP1.
As you have seen, both cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The WG-20 with its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh tougher and the Ricoh WG-20 will provide extra detail using its extra 9MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more recent WG-20 will have an edge in sensor innovation.
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Ricoh WG-20 vs Sigma DP1 Specifications
Ricoh WG-20 | Sigma DP1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Sigma |
Model type | Ricoh WG-20 | Sigma DP1 |
Category | Waterproof | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2014-02-05 | 2008-05-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 5MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 2640 x 1760 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 800 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28mm (1x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m (Auto ISO) | - |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p, 15p), 640 x 480 (30p, 15p), 320 x 240 (30p, 15p) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 164 gr (0.36 lbs) | 270 gr (0.60 lbs) |
Dimensions | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 113 x 60 x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") |
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 | 260 shots | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/MMC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $370 | $566 |