Ricoh WG-6 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro

Here, we are comparing the Ricoh WG-6 versus Sigma DP2 Quattro, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Ricoh and Sigma. The resolution of the WG-6 (20MP) and the DP2 Quattro (20MP) is very similar but the WG-6 (1/2.3") and DP2 Quattro (APS-C) provide different sensor size.

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The WG-6 was revealed 4 years later than the DP2 Quattro and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-6 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the WG-6 matches up against the DP2 Quattro with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-6 & Sigma DP2 Quattro. The full galleries are available at Ricoh WG-6 Gallery & Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-6 comes with outer measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Sigma DP2 Quattro has proportions of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") along with a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh WG-6 versus Sigma DP2 Quattro in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the WG-6 compared to the DP2 Quattro.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-6 and DP2 Quattro is 89 and 70 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements purely by going over specifications. The photograph here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-6 and DP2 Quattro.

Plainly, both cameras feature the identical resolution but different sensor measurements. The WG-6 includes the tinier sensor which should make getting shallower DOF more difficult. The fresher WG-6 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.