Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sigma fp L

Here is a extended comparison of the Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sigma fp L, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Ricoh and Sigma. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the WG-M1 (14MP) and fp L (61MP) and the WG-M1 (1/2.3") and fp L (Full frame) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The WG-M1 was announced 7 years before the fp L and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh WG-M1 being a Compact camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the WG-M1 matches up against the fp L with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh WG-M1 and Sigma fp L. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery and Sigma fp L Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh WG-M1 offers exterior measurements of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Sigma fp L has dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

Check out the Ricoh WG-M1 vs Sigma fp L in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the WG-M1 vs the fp L.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-M1 and fp L is 91 and 83 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing merely by going over specifications. The photograph here may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-M1 and fp L.

Plainly, both cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The WG-M1 using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF trickier and the Sigma fp L will offer you greater detail with its extra 47 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older WG-M1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.