Ricoh WG-50 vs Sigma DP1
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Ricoh WG-50 vs Sigma DP1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Introduced May 2017
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 800
- No Video
- 28mm (F) lens
- 270g - 113 x 60 x 50mm
- Announced May 2008
- Updated by Sigma DP1s
Ricoh WG-50 vs Sigma DP1 Overview
Below, we are comparing the Ricoh WG-50 and Sigma DP1, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Ricoh and Sigma. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the WG-50 (16MP) and DP1 (5MP) and the WG-50 (1/2.3") and DP1 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor dimensions.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe WG-50 was unveiled 9 years later than the DP1 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-50 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the WG-50 grades versus the DP1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Ricoh WG-50 vs Sigma DP1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh WG-50 & Sigma DP1. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-50 Gallery & Sigma DP1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-50 over the Sigma DP1
WG-50 | DP1 | |||
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Announced | May 2017 | May 2008 | More recent by 110 months | |
Display dimension | 2.7" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP1 over the Ricoh WG-50
DP1 | WG-50 |
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Common features in the Ricoh WG-50 and Sigma DP1
WG-50 | DP1 | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Ricoh WG-50 vs Sigma DP1 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Ricoh WG-50 features exterior measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sigma DP1 has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).
Look at the Ricoh WG-50 and Sigma DP1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the WG-50 versus the DP1.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-50 and DP1 is 91 and 87 respectively.
Ricoh WG-50 vs Sigma DP1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements purely by researching specifications. The photograph here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-50 and DP1.
Plainly, both the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The WG-50 having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Ricoh WG-50 will provide you with extra detail having an extra 11MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The younger WG-50 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Ricoh WG-50 vs Sigma DP1 Specifications
Ricoh WG-50 | Sigma DP1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Sigma |
Model type | Ricoh WG-50 | Sigma DP1 |
Type | Waterproof | Large Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2017-05-24 | 2008-05-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 5 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 2640 x 1760 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 800 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28mm (1x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) | - |
Flash options | On, off | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Yes (Wireless) | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 193 grams (0.43 lb) | 270 grams (0.60 lb) |
Dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 113 x 60 x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") |
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 | 300 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/MMC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $280 | $566 |