Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Sigma SD10

Its time to look closer at the Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Sigma SD10, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Ricoh and Sigma. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the WG-5 GPS (16MP) and SD10 (3MP) and the WG-5 GPS (1/2.3") and SD10 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The WG-5 GPS was introduced 11 years after the SD10 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-5 GPS being a Compact camera and the Sigma SD10 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a quick view of how the WG-5 GPS scores versus the SD10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Sigma SD10. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery and Sigma SD10 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-5 GPS features exterior dimensions of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs) while the Sigma SD10 has measurements of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") with a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Sigma SD10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the WG-5 GPS compared to the SD10.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-5 GPS and SD10 is 90 and 54 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes merely by seeing specs. The pic underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-5 GPS and SD10.

All in all, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The WG-5 GPS with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Ricoh WG-5 GPS will produce more detail using its extra 13 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher WG-5 GPS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.