Ricoh WG-30 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro

Let's look more closely at the Ricoh WG-30 and Sigma DP2 Quattro, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Ricoh and Sigma. The sensor resolution of the WG-30 (16MP) and the DP2 Quattro (20MP) is fairly similar but the WG-30 (1/2.3") and DP2 Quattro (APS-C) boast different sensor size.

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The WG-30 was unveiled 8 months after the DP2 Quattro which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-30 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the WG-30 scores against the DP2 Quattro with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-30 and Sigma DP2 Quattro. The full galleries are available at Ricoh WG-30 Gallery and Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-30 features outside measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Sigma DP2 Quattro has specifications of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") having a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh WG-30 and Sigma DP2 Quattro in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the WG-30 versus the DP2 Quattro.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-30 and DP2 Quattro is 91 and 70 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading specs. The picture below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-30 and DP2 Quattro.

All in all, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The WG-30 with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Sigma DP2 Quattro will offer you extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The newer WG-30 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.