Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sigma DP1

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.

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.