Ricoh WG-4 vs Sigma DP2s

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Ricoh WG-4 and Sigma DP2s, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Ricoh and Sigma. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the WG-4 (16MP) and DP2s (5MP) and the WG-4 (1/2.3") and DP2s (APS-C) come with different sensor sizes.

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The WG-4 was launched 4 years later than the DP2s and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-4 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the WG-4 matches up against the DP2s with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-4 & Sigma DP2s. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-4 Gallery & Sigma DP2s Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-4 provides exterior measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Sigma DP2s 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).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the WG-4 and the DP2s.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-4 and DP2s is 90 and 86 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specs. The photograph below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-4 and DP2s.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The WG-4 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Ricoh WG-4 will deliver more detail utilizing its extra 11 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more recent WG-4 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.