Ricoh WG-6 vs Sigma SD1

Here is a in depth review of the Ricoh WG-6 and Sigma SD1, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Ricoh and Sigma. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the WG-6 (20MP) and SD1 (15MP) and the WG-6 (1/2.3") and SD1 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor size.

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The WG-6 was introduced 7 years later than the SD1 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-6 being a Compact camera and the Sigma SD1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the WG-6 grades vs the SD1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-6 and Sigma SD1. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh WG-6 Gallery and Sigma SD1 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-6 offers exterior dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sigma SD1 has proportions of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh WG-6 and Sigma SD1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the WG-6 against the SD1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-6 and SD1 is 89 and 77 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by researching specs. The graphic underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-6 and SD1.

All in all, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The WG-6 having a smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF more challenging and the Ricoh WG-6 will render extra detail using its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The younger WG-6 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.