Ricoh WG-70 vs Sigma DP1
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Ricoh WG-70 vs Sigma DP1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Introduced February 2020
- Later Model is Ricoh WG-80
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 800
- No Video
- 28mm (F) lens
- 270g - 113 x 60 x 50mm
- Released May 2008
- Replacement is Sigma DP1s
Ricoh WG-70 vs Sigma DP1 Overview
The following is a thorough analysis of the Ricoh WG-70 versus Sigma DP1, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Ricoh and Sigma. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the WG-70 (16MP) and DP1 (5MP) and the WG-70 (1/2.3") and DP1 (APS-C) have totally different sensor dimensions.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe WG-70 was released 11 years after the DP1 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-70 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the WG-70 scores against the DP1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Ricoh WG-70 vs Sigma DP1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-70 and Sigma DP1. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-70 Gallery and Sigma DP1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-70 over the Sigma DP1
WG-70 | DP1 | |||
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Released | February 2020 | May 2008 | Newer by 143 months | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP1 over the Ricoh WG-70
DP1 | WG-70 |
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Common features in the Ricoh WG-70 and Sigma DP1
WG-70 | DP1 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Ricoh WG-70 vs Sigma DP1 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-70 enjoys outside dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP1 has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") along with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).
Contrast the Ricoh WG-70 versus Sigma DP1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the WG-70 and the DP1.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-70 and DP1 is 91 and 87 respectively.
Ricoh WG-70 vs Sigma DP1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions just by viewing a spec sheet. The pic here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-70 and DP1.
As you can see, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The WG-70 because of its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Ricoh WG-70 will result in greater detail as a result of its extra 11MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more modern WG-70 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Ricoh WG-70 vs Sigma DP1 Specifications
Ricoh WG-70 | Sigma DP1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Sigma |
Model type | Ricoh WG-70 | Sigma DP1 |
Class | Waterproof | Large Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2020-02-04 | 2008-05-19 |
Body design | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 5 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 2640 x 1760 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 800 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28mm (1x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.5 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) | - |
Flash modes | On, off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Yes (Wireless) | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 193 grams (0.43 lb) | 270 grams (0.60 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 113 x 60 x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 300 shots | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/MMC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $280 | $566 |