Ricoh WG-70 vs Sigma fp

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Ricoh WG-70 vs Sigma fp, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Ricoh and Sigma. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the WG-70 (16MP) and fp (25MP) and the WG-70 (1/2.3") and fp (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The WG-70 was released 7 months after the fp so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-70 being a Compact camera and the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the WG-70 scores versus the fp in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-70 & Sigma fp. The complete galleries are available at Ricoh WG-70 Gallery & Sigma fp Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-70 has got outer dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sigma fp has dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the WG-70 and the fp.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-70 and fp is 91 and 84 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specs. The pic below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-70 and fp.

All in all, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The WG-70 because of its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh trickier and the Sigma fp will deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 9MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more recent WG-70 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.