Ricoh WG-6 vs Sigma SD15

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Ricoh WG-6 vs Sigma SD15, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Ricoh and Sigma. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the WG-6 (20MP) and SD15 (5MP) and the WG-6 (1/2.3") and SD15 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The WG-6 was unveiled 8 years later than the SD15 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-6 being a Compact camera and the Sigma SD15 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the WG-6 matches up vs the SD15 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-6 & Sigma SD15. The full galleries are available at Ricoh WG-6 Gallery & Sigma SD15 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-6 enjoys outside measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Sigma SD15 has sizing of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") with a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh WG-6 vs Sigma SD15 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the WG-6 against the SD15.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-6 and SD15 is 89 and 59 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements simply by looking at technical specs. The visual underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-6 and SD15.

As you have seen, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The WG-6 using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Ricoh WG-6 will give greater detail having an extra 15 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer WG-6 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.