Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sigma DP2
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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sigma DP2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 1.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- (1×)mm (F2.8) lens
- 190g - 66 x 43 x 89mm
- Released September 2014
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Launched September 2009
- Refreshed by Sigma DP2s

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sigma DP2 Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Ricoh WG-M1 and Sigma DP2, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Ricoh and Sigma. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the WG-M1 (14MP) and DP2 (5MP) and the WG-M1 (1/2.3") and DP2 (APS-C) offer different sensor measurements.

The WG-M1 was revealed 5 years after the DP2 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Ricoh WG-M1 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going into a full comparison, here is a concise view of how the WG-M1 scores vs the DP2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sigma DP2 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-M1 and Sigma DP2. The full galleries are available at Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery and Sigma DP2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Sigma DP2
WG-M1 | DP2 | |||
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Launched | September 2014 | ![]() | September 2009 | More modern by 61 months |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 over the Ricoh WG-M1
DP2 | WG-M1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen dimensions | 2.5" | ![]() | 1.5" | Bigger screen (+1") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Sharper screen (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-M1 and Sigma DP2
WG-M1 | DP2 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sigma DP2 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Ricoh WG-M1 has got external measurements of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") and a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Sigma DP2 has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).
Check out the Ricoh WG-M1 and Sigma DP2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the WG-M1 and the DP2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-M1 and DP2 is 91 and 86 respectively.

Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sigma DP2 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing specs. The image below should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-M1 and DP2.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The WG-M1 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Ricoh WG-M1 will render extra detail because of its extra 9MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The younger WG-M1 provides a benefit in sensor technology.

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Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sigma DP2 Specifications
Ricoh WG-M1 | Sigma DP2 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Ricoh | Sigma |
Model | Ricoh WG-M1 | Sigma DP2 |
Category | Waterproof | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2014-09-12 | 2009-09-21 |
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 | 14MP | 5MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 2640 x 1760 |
Highest native ISO | 800 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | (1×) | 41mm (1x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8 | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 1.5 inch | 2.5 inch |
Display resolution | 115 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | - | 15 seconds |
Max shutter speed | - | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 4.30 m |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p) | 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 320x240 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 190 grams (0.42 lbs) | 280 grams (0.62 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 photos | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | DB-65 | - |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | microSD/microSDHC, internal | SD/SDHC/MMC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $2,000 | $649 |