Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Sigma fp

Below, we will be contrasting the Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Sigma fp, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Ricoh and Sigma. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the WG-5 GPS (16MP) and fp (25MP) and the WG-5 GPS (1/2.3") and fp (Full frame) come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The WG-5 GPS was unveiled 5 years earlier than the fp which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-5 GPS being a Compact camera and the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the WG-5 GPS scores against the fp with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-5 GPS & Sigma fp. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery & Sigma fp Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-5 GPS features outside measurements of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Sigma fp has specifications of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Sigma fp in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the WG-5 GPS versus the fp.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-5 GPS and fp is 90 and 84 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by checking technical specs. The pic underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-5 GPS and fp.

As you have seen, both cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The WG-5 GPS having a tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Sigma fp will resolve more detail having an extra 9MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged WG-5 GPS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.