Ricoh WG-30 vs Sigma SD14

Below is a comprehensive overview of the Ricoh WG-30 versus Sigma SD14, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Ricoh and Sigma. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the WG-30 (16MP) and SD14 (5MP) and the WG-30 (1/2.3") and SD14 (APS-C) offer different sensor sizes.

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The WG-30 was launched 8 years later than the SD14 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-30 being a Compact camera and the Sigma SD14 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the WG-30 grades versus the SD14 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-30 and Sigma SD14. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-30 Gallery and Sigma SD14 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-30 provides exterior 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 SD14 has measurements of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") having a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh WG-30 versus Sigma SD14 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the WG-30 and the SD14.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-30 and SD14 is 91 and 59 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements simply by checking specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-30 and SD14.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The WG-30 because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF tougher and the Ricoh WG-30 will resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 11 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer WG-30 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.