Ricoh WG-30 vs Sigma SD14
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Ricoh WG-30 vs Sigma SD14 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 192g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Released October 2014
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 800 (Expand to 1600)
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 750g - 144 x 107 x 81mm
- Introduced September 2006
- Earlier Model is Sigma SD10
- Refreshed by Sigma SD15

Ricoh WG-30 vs Sigma SD14 Overview
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.

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.

Ricoh WG-30 vs Sigma SD14 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30 over the Sigma SD14
WG-30 | SD14 | |||
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Introduced | October 2014 | ![]() | September 2006 | More recent by 98 months |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 150k | Crisper screen (+80k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD14 over the Ricoh WG-30
SD14 | WG-30 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-30 and Sigma SD14
WG-30 | SD14 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh WG-30 vs Sigma SD14 Physical Comparison
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.

Ricoh WG-30 vs Sigma SD14 Sensor Comparison
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.

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Ricoh WG-30 vs Sigma SD14 Specifications
Ricoh WG-30 | Sigma SD14 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Sigma |
Model type | Ricoh WG-30 | Sigma SD14 |
Type | Waterproof | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2014-10-09 | 2006-09-26 |
Physical type | Compact | Mid-size SLR |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 5 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 2640 x 1760 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Sigma SA |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 76 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 2.5" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 150k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 98 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.6x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) | - |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/180s |
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 | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video format | H.264 | - |
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 192 gr (0.42 pounds) | 750 gr (1.65 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 144 x 107 x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 300 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | Compact Flash Type I or II |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $428 | $198 |