Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Sigma SD1

The following is a detailed comparison of the Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Sigma SD1, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Ricoh and Sigma. The resolution of the WG-5 GPS (16MP) and the SD1 (15MP) is pretty well matched but the WG-5 GPS (1/2.3") and SD1 (APS-C) offer different sensor sizes.

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The WG-5 GPS was released 4 years after the SD1 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-5 GPS being a Compact camera and the Sigma SD1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the WG-5 GPS scores vs the SD1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-5 GPS & Sigma SD1. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery & Sigma SD1 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-5 GPS offers outer measurements of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs) while the Sigma SD1 has dimensions of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the WG-5 GPS and the SD1.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the WG-5 GPS and SD1 is 90 and 77 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions simply by checking a spec sheet. The image underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-5 GPS and SD1.

Clearly, both of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The WG-5 GPS due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Ricoh WG-5 GPS will give you greater detail as a result of its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher WG-5 GPS provides an edge in sensor technology.