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Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sigma DP1x

Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
43
Overall
41
Ricoh WG-4 GPS front
 
Sigma DP1x front
Portability
88
Imaging
44
Features
27
Overall
37

Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sigma DP1x Key Specs

Ricoh WG-4 GPS
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
  • 235g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
  • Revealed February 2014
  • Updated by Ricoh WG-5 GPS
Sigma DP1x
(Full Review)
  • 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
  • Launched February 2010
  • Previous Model is Sigma DP1s
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Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sigma DP1x Overview

The following is a in depth overview of the Ricoh WG-4 GPS versus Sigma DP1x, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Ricoh and Sigma. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the WG-4 GPS (16MP) and DP1x (5MP) and the WG-4 GPS (1/2.3") and DP1x (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The WG-4 GPS was unveiled 4 years after the DP1x which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-4 GPS being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the WG-4 GPS grades against the DP1x with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 GPS over the Sigma DP1x

 WG-4 GPS DP1x 
LaunchedFebruary 2014February 2010Newer by 49 months
Screen dimension3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution460k230kClearer screen (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Sigma DP1x over the Ricoh WG-4 GPS

 DP1x WG-4 GPS 

Common features in the Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Sigma DP1x

 WG-4 GPS DP1x 
Manually focus Very precise focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch screen Neither features Touch screen

Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sigma DP1x Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-4 GPS enjoys exterior dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP1x has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh WG-4 GPS versus Sigma DP1x in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the WG-4 GPS compared to the DP1x.

Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sigma DP1x size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-4 GPS and DP1x is 90 and 88 respectively.

Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sigma DP1x top view buttons comparison

Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sigma DP1x Sensor Comparison

Generally, its tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions only by seeing specifications. The pic here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-4 GPS and DP1x.

Plainly, both cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The WG-4 GPS using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Ricoh WG-4 GPS will provide more detail having an extra 11 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The fresher WG-4 GPS will have an edge in sensor tech.

Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sigma DP1x sensor size comparison

Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sigma DP1x Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sigma DP1x Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Ricoh WG-4 GPS as a Portrait photography camera
Sigma DP1x as a Portrait photography camera
41
you can focus manually
good resolution (16MP)
features face detection focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
56
has manual focus
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW files
MP count low (5MP)
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Street Comparison

Ricoh WG-4 GPS Street photography factors
Sigma DP1x Street photography factors
59
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proof
fixed screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
more heavy than average (235 grams)
68
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW files
lighter than average in class (250g)
fixed screen
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Ricoh WG-4 GPS Sports photography highlights
Sigma DP1x Sports photography highlights
45
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
features tracking autofocus
weather proof
max fps low (2.0 fps)
small sensor (1/2.3")
low battery power (240 per charge)
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
32
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
can't change focal length (28mm)
no image stabilization
MP count low (5MP)
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Ricoh WG-4 GPS Travel photography factors
Sigma DP1x Travel photography factors
69
weather proof
good resolution (16MP)
flash built-in
relatively wide (25mm)
fast maximum aperture (f2.0)
low battery power (240 CIPA)
more heavy than average (235g)
display is not selfie friendly
57
lighter than average in class (250 grams)
built-in flash
no Timelapse function
MP count low (5MP)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f4.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh WG-4 GPS as a Landscape photography camera
Sigma DP1x as a Landscape photography camera
54
you can focus manually
relatively wide (25mm)
fast maximum aperture (f2.0)
screen size is good (3")
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
weather proof
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
no manual control
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
low battery power (240 shots)
41
has manual focus
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW files
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (28mm)
slow max aperture (f4.0)
screen is somewhat small (2.5")
no image stabilization
MP count low (5MP)
no Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh WG-4 GPS as a Vlogging camera
Sigma DP1x as a Vlogging camera
34
relatively wide (25mm)
fast maximum aperture (f2.0)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
features face detection focus
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
display is not selfie friendly
missing external microphone socket
more heavy than average (235g)
25
lighter than average in class (250g)
slow max aperture (f4.0)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
low res video (320 x 240 resolution)
no external microphone port
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Ricoh WG-4 GPS vs Sigma DP1x Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh WG-4 GPS and Sigma DP1x
 Ricoh WG-4 GPSSigma DP1x
General Information
Make Ricoh Sigma
Model Ricoh WG-4 GPS Sigma DP1x
Class Waterproof Large Sensor Compact
Revealed 2014-02-05 2010-02-20
Body design Compact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - True II
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 20.7 x 13.8mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 285.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 5 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 3:2
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3456 2640 x 1760
Maximum native ISO 6400 3200
Lowest native ISO 125 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Number of focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 25-100mm (4.0x) 28mm (1x)
Highest aperture f/2.0-4.9 f/4.0
Macro focus distance 1cm -
Crop factor 5.8 1.7
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3" 2.5"
Resolution of display 460k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display tech TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 secs 30 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 2.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 10.00 m (Auto ISO) -
Flash settings Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye -
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) 320 x 240
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 320x240
Video data format H.264 -
Microphone 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 BuiltIn None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 235g (0.52 lbs) 250g (0.55 lbs)
Dimensions 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") 113 x 60 x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0")
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 240 photographs -
Style of battery Battery Pack -
Battery model D-LI92 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) Yes (10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal SD/MMC card
Storage slots 1 1
Retail price $210 $574