Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Sigma fp L
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Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Sigma fp L Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 236g - 125 x 65 x 32mm
- Released February 2015
- Superseded the Ricoh WG-4 GPS
- New Model is Ricoh WG-6
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 102400)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 427g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
- Announced March 2021
- Old Model is Sigma fp
Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Sigma fp L Overview
On this page, we are looking at the Ricoh WG-5 GPS versus Sigma fp L, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Ricoh and Sigma. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the WG-5 GPS (16MP) and fp L (61MP) and the WG-5 GPS (1/2.3") and fp L (Full frame) have totally different sensor sizes.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe WG-5 GPS was introduced 7 years before the fp L which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-5 GPS being a Compact camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the WG-5 GPS matches up versus the fp L with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Sigma fp L Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-5 GPS & Sigma fp L. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery & Sigma fp L Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-5 GPS over the Sigma fp L
WG-5 GPS | fp L |
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Reasons to pick Sigma fp L over the Ricoh WG-5 GPS
fp L | WG-5 GPS | |||
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Announced | March 2021 | February 2015 | More modern by 74 months | |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 460k | Sharper display (+1640k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Sigma fp L
WG-5 GPS | fp L | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Sigma fp L Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-5 GPS offers external 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) whilst the Sigma fp L has sizing of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).
Look at the Ricoh WG-5 GPS versus Sigma fp L in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the WG-5 GPS compared to the fp L.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-5 GPS and fp L is 90 and 83 respectively.
Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Sigma fp L Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes only by looking at technical specs. The picture underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-5 GPS and fp L.
As you can tell, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The WG-5 GPS using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Sigma fp L will give extra detail using its extra 45 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged WG-5 GPS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Sigma fp L Screen and ViewFinder
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Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Sigma fp L Specifications
Ricoh WG-5 GPS | Sigma fp L | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Sigma |
Model type | Ricoh WG-5 GPS | Sigma fp L |
Type | Waterproof | Advanced Mirrorless |
Released | 2015-02-10 | 2021-03-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 61 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 9520 x 6328 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 102400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | - | 6 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Leica L |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 40 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3.2 inch |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dots | 2,100 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 3,680 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.83x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 14.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.40 m (at Auto ISO) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes (USB Power Delivery supported) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 236 grams (0.52 lb) | 427 grams (0.94 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 65 x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 photos | 240 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | BP-51 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $500 | $2,499 |