Ricoh WG-5 GPS vs Sigma Quattro H

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Ricoh WG-5 GPS versus Sigma Quattro H, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Ricoh and Sigma. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the WG-5 GPS (16MP) and Quattro H (45MP) and the WG-5 GPS (1/2.3") and Quattro H (APS-H) feature different sensor measurements.

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The WG-5 GPS was revealed 12 months prior to the Quattro H and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-5 GPS being a Compact camera and the Sigma Quattro H being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the WG-5 GPS matches up versus the Quattro H in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-5 GPS and Sigma sd Quattro H. The full galleries are available at Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery and Sigma Quattro H Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Ricoh WG-5 GPS comes with outer dimensions of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Sigma Quattro H has specifications of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh WG-5 GPS versus Sigma Quattro H in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the WG-5 GPS compared to the Quattro H.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-5 GPS and Quattro H is 90 and 78 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions just by going over technical specs. The pic below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-5 GPS and Quattro H.

As you can tell, both of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The WG-5 GPS having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF more challenging and the Sigma Quattro H will offer you greater detail because of its extra 29 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged WG-5 GPS is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.