Ricoh WG-4 vs Sigma DP2x

Here, we will be reviewing the Ricoh WG-4 vs Sigma DP2x, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Ricoh and Sigma. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the WG-4 (16MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the WG-4 (1/2.3") and DP2x (APS-C) have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The WG-4 was introduced 3 years after the DP2x which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-4 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the WG-4 grades against the DP2x in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-4 & Sigma DP2x. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-4 Gallery & Sigma DP2x Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-4 offers 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 DP2x has dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the WG-4 and the DP2x.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-4 and DP2x is 90 and 86 respectively.

Typically, its hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions only by checking out a spec sheet. The picture underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-4 and DP2x.

Clearly, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The WG-4 using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Ricoh WG-4 will provide extra detail using its extra 11 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more recent WG-4 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.