Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sigma DP1
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sigma DP1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 1.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- (1×)mm (F2.8) lens
- 190g - 66 x 43 x 89mm
- Revealed September 2014
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 800
- No Video
- 28mm (F) lens
- 270g - 113 x 60 x 50mm
- Released May 2008
- Replacement is Sigma DP1s
Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sigma DP1 Overview
Let's look a bit more in depth at the Ricoh WG-M1 versus Sigma DP1, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Ricoh and Sigma. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the WG-M1 (14MP) and DP1 (5MP) and the WG-M1 (1/2.3") and DP1 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor measurements.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe WG-M1 was brought out 6 years later than the DP1 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-M1 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the WG-M1 grades against the DP1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sigma DP1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-M1 and Sigma DP1. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery and Sigma DP1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Sigma DP1
WG-M1 | DP1 | |||
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Released | September 2014 | May 2008 | More recent by 77 months |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP1 over the Ricoh WG-M1
DP1 | WG-M1 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen sizing | 2.5" | 1.5" | Bigger screen (+1") | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 115k | Clearer screen (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-M1 and Sigma DP1
WG-M1 | DP1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sigma DP1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-M1 features outside dimensions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") and a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Sigma DP1 has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") having a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).
Contrast the Ricoh WG-M1 versus Sigma DP1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the WG-M1 and the DP1.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-M1 and DP1 is 91 and 87 respectively.
Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sigma DP1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements purely by researching specs. The visual below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-M1 and DP1.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The WG-M1 because of its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the Ricoh WG-M1 will provide you with greater detail having its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more recent WG-M1 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sigma DP1 Specifications
Ricoh WG-M1 | Sigma DP1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Ricoh | Sigma |
Model | Ricoh WG-M1 | Sigma DP1 |
Type | Waterproof | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2014-09-12 | 2008-05-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 5 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 2640 x 1760 |
Max native ISO | 800 | 800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | (1×) | 28mm (1x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 1.5" | 2.5" |
Resolution of screen | 115k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | - | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | - | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p) | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | H.264 | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 190 grams (0.42 lbs) | 270 grams (0.60 lbs) |
Dimensions | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") | 113 x 60 x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 shots | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | DB-65 | - |
Self timer | - | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC, internal | SD/MMC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $2,000 | $566 |