Ricoh WG-50 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro

Here, we will be matching up the Ricoh WG-50 versus Sigma DP2 Quattro, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Ricoh and Sigma. The image resolution of the WG-50 (16MP) and the DP2 Quattro (20MP) is pretty close but the WG-50 (1/2.3") and DP2 Quattro (APS-C) posses different sensor sizing.

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The WG-50 was brought out 3 years after the DP2 Quattro which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-50 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick summation of how the WG-50 matches up versus the DP2 Quattro in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-50 and Sigma DP2 Quattro. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh WG-50 Gallery and Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-50 has got physical measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sigma DP2 Quattro has dimensions of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") along with a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

See the Ricoh WG-50 versus Sigma DP2 Quattro in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the WG-50 and the DP2 Quattro.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-50 and DP2 Quattro is 91 and 70 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions just by viewing technical specs. The picture here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-50 and DP2 Quattro.

As you can tell, the two cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The WG-50 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Sigma DP2 Quattro will provide you with greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern WG-50 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.