Ricoh WG-30 vs Sigma DP1x
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Ricoh WG-30 vs Sigma DP1x Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 192g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Introduced October 2014
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- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 28mm (F4.0) lens
- 250g - 113 x 60 x 50mm
- Released February 2010
- Succeeded the Sigma DP1s
Ricoh WG-30 vs Sigma DP1x Overview
Its time to look a bit more closely at the Ricoh WG-30 vs Sigma DP1x, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Ricoh and Sigma. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the WG-30 (16MP) and DP1x (5MP) and the WG-30 (1/2.3") and DP1x (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizes.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe WG-30 was revealed 4 years after the DP1x which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-30 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the WG-30 scores versus the DP1x in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Ricoh WG-30 vs Sigma DP1x Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-30 & Sigma DP1x. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-30 Gallery & Sigma DP1x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30 over the Sigma DP1x
WG-30 | DP1x | |||
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Released | October 2014 | February 2010 | Newer by 57 months | |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP1x over the Ricoh WG-30
DP1x | WG-30 | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focus |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-30 and Sigma DP1x
WG-30 | DP1x | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh WG-30 vs Sigma DP1x Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-30 has external measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP1x has sizing of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Check the Ricoh WG-30 vs Sigma DP1x in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the WG-30 vs the DP1x.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-30 and DP1x is 91 and 88 respectively.
Ricoh WG-30 vs Sigma DP1x Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking a spec sheet. The pic here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-30 and DP1x.
Clearly, both of those cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The WG-30 having a tinier sensor will make getting bokeh more challenging and the Ricoh WG-30 will give extra detail because of its extra 11 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively. The more modern WG-30 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.
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Ricoh WG-30 vs Sigma DP1x Specifications
Ricoh WG-30 | Sigma DP1x | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Ricoh | Sigma |
Model | Ricoh WG-30 | Sigma DP1x |
Type | Waterproof | Large Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2014-10-09 | 2010-02-20 |
Body design | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | True II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 5 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 2640 x 1760 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28mm (1x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/4.0 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) | - |
Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 | 320 x 240 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 320x240 |
Video file format | H.264 | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 192 gr (0.42 pounds) | 250 gr (0.55 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 113 x 60 x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 300 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/MMC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $428 | $574 |