Canon A1300 vs Ricoh G900
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Canon A1300 vs Ricoh G900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 174g - 95 x 62 x 30mm
- Released February 2012
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 247g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
- Released February 2018

Canon A1300 vs Ricoh G900 Overview
The following is a extensive assessment of the Canon A1300 and Ricoh G900, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the A1300 (16MP) and the G900 (20MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The A1300 was announced 7 years prior to the G900 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the A1300 scores versus the G900 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon A1300 vs Ricoh G900 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A1300 and Ricoh G900. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A1300 Gallery and Ricoh G900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A1300 over the Ricoh G900
A1300 | G900 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh G900 over the Canon A1300
G900 | A1300 | |||
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Released | February 2018 | ![]() | February 2012 | Newer by 73 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+810k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A1300 and Ricoh G900
A1300 | G900 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Canon A1300 vs Ricoh G900 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon A1300 has exterior measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) and the Ricoh G900 has measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).
Examine the Canon A1300 and Ricoh G900 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the A1300 against the G900.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the A1300 and G900 is 93 and 89 respectively.

Canon A1300 vs Ricoh G900 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions just by checking specs. The image underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the A1300 and G900.
All in all, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Ricoh G900 to give you more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged A1300 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Canon A1300 vs Ricoh G900 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Canon A1300 vs Ricoh G900 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A1300 | Ricoh G900 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Ricoh |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A1300 | Ricoh G900 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2012-02-07 | 2018-02-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 3888 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Flash on, flash off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 3840x2160 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Supports FlashAir SD cards |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | DB-110 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 174 grams (0.38 lb) | 247 grams (0.54 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 62 x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 pictures | 340 pictures |
Style of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $119 | $752 |