Ricoh WG-6 vs Sigma fp L
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Ricoh WG-6 vs Sigma fp L Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 246g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
- Introduced February 2018
- Older Model is Ricoh WG-5 GPS
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 102400)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 427g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
- Announced March 2021
- Previous Model is Sigma fp
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In this article, we will be matching up the Ricoh WG-6 and Sigma fp L, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Ricoh and Sigma. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the WG-6 (20MP) and fp L (61MP) and the WG-6 (1/2.3") and fp L (Full frame) feature totally different sensor sizing.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe WG-6 was launched 4 years prior to the fp L which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-6 being a Compact camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short introduction of how the WG-6 matches up vs the fp L when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Below is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-6 & Sigma fp L. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-6 Gallery & Sigma fp L Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-6 over the Sigma fp L
| WG-6 | fp L |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sigma fp L over the Ricoh WG-6
| fp L | WG-6 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | March 2021 |  | February 2018 | Newer by 37 months |
| Screen sizing | 3.2" |  | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
| Screen resolution | 2100k |  | 1040k | Crisper screen (+1060k dot) |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-6 and Sigma fp L
| WG-6 | fp L | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial accurate focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen |
Ricoh WG-6 vs Sigma fp L Physical Comparison
When you are looking to travel with your camera, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-6 enjoys exterior dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sigma fp L has dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the WG-6 compared to the fp L.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-6 and fp L is 89 and 83 respectively.
Ricoh WG-6 vs Sigma fp L Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions only by checking out specs. The pic underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-6 and fp L.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The WG-6 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh trickier and the Sigma fp L will provide more detail utilizing its extra 41MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged WG-6 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Ricoh WG-6 vs Sigma fp L Specifications
| Ricoh WG-6 | Sigma fp L | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Ricoh | Sigma |
| Model type | Ricoh WG-6 | Sigma fp L |
| Class | Waterproof | Advanced Mirrorless |
| Introduced | 2018-02-21 | 2021-03-25 |
| Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 36 x 24mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 864.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 61 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 9520 x 6328 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
| Max enhanced ISO | - | 102400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 6 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | 49 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | Leica L |
| Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | - |
| Max aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | - |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
| Total lenses | - | 40 |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3" | 3.2" |
| Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 2,100k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
| Viewfinder resolution | - | 3,680k dots |
| Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.83x |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) | no built-in flash |
| Flash settings | Flash on, flash off | no built-in flash |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 3840x2160 | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
| Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Supports FlashAir SD cards | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | DB-110 lithium-ion battery & USB charger | Yes (USB Power Delivery supported) |
| GPS | Built-in | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 246g (0.54 lb) | 427g (0.94 lb) |
| Dimensions | 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 | 340 shots | 240 shots |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | BP-51 |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Pricing at release | $271 | $2,499 |