Ricoh WG-30 vs Sigma DP2
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Ricoh WG-30 vs Sigma DP2 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
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Revealed September 2009
- Renewed by Sigma DP2s

Ricoh WG-30 vs Sigma DP2 Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Ricoh WG-30 and Sigma DP2, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Ricoh and Sigma. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the WG-30 (16MP) and DP2 (5MP) and the WG-30 (1/2.3") and DP2 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizes.

The WG-30 was released 5 years after the DP2 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-30 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the WG-30 matches up against the DP2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Ricoh WG-30 vs Sigma DP2 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-30 & Sigma DP2. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-30 Gallery & Sigma DP2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30 over the Sigma DP2
WG-30 | DP2 | |||
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Revealed | October 2014 | ![]() | September 2009 | Newer by 62 months |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 over the Ricoh WG-30
DP2 | WG-30 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-30 and Sigma DP2
WG-30 | DP2 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh WG-30 vs Sigma DP2 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-30 has got outer dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Sigma DP2 has dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).
Examine the Ricoh WG-30 and Sigma DP2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the WG-30 vs the DP2.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-30 and DP2 is 91 and 86 respectively.

Ricoh WG-30 vs Sigma DP2 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions just by looking through specs. The image here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-30 and DP2.
All in all, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The WG-30 due to its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh harder and the Ricoh WG-30 will result in more detail as a result of its extra 11MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more modern WG-30 will have an advantage in sensor tech.

Ricoh WG-30 vs Sigma DP2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Ricoh WG-30 vs Sigma DP2 Specifications
Ricoh WG-30 | Sigma DP2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Ricoh | Sigma |
Model | Ricoh WG-30 | Sigma DP2 |
Class | Waterproof | Large Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2014-10-09 | 2009-09-21 |
Body design | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 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 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 2640 x 1760 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 200 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 41mm (1x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.5" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 15 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) | 4.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 | 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 320x240 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 192 grams (0.42 lbs) | 280 grams (0.62 lbs) |
Dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 photos | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/SDHC/MMC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $428 | $649 |