Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sigma SD14

Here, we will be matching up the Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sigma SD14, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Ricoh and Sigma. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the WG-M1 (14MP) and SD14 (5MP) and the WG-M1 (1/2.3") and SD14 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor size.

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The WG-M1 was introduced 8 years later than the SD14 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh WG-M1 being a Compact camera and the Sigma SD14 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a simple overview of how the WG-M1 scores vs the SD14 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-M1 & Sigma SD14. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery & Sigma SD14 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-M1 enjoys external dimensions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") having a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Sigma SD14 has sizing of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") having a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the WG-M1 against the SD14.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-M1 and SD14 is 91 and 59 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing merely by viewing specifications. The photograph here may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-M1 and SD14.

Plainly, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The WG-M1 using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Ricoh WG-M1 will render extra detail using its extra 9MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more recent WG-M1 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.