Canon A2300 vs Ricoh G900
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Canon A2300 vs Ricoh G900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 125g - 95 x 54 x 20mm
- Released February 2012
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 247g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
- Revealed February 2018

Canon A2300 vs Ricoh G900 Overview
Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Canon A2300 versus Ricoh G900, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the A2300 (16MP) and the G900 (20MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The A2300 was introduced 7 years prior to the G900 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short highlight of how the A2300 scores versus the G900 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon A2300 vs Ricoh G900 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A2300 & Ricoh G900. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A2300 Gallery & Ricoh G900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2300 over the Ricoh G900
A2300 | G900 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh G900 over the Canon A2300
G900 | A2300 | |||
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Revealed | February 2018 | ![]() | February 2012 | More recent by 73 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+810k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A2300 and Ricoh G900
A2300 | G900 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Canon A2300 vs Ricoh G900 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon A2300 features physical dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Ricoh G900 has proportions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).
Contrast the Canon A2300 versus Ricoh G900 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the A2300 vs the G900.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the A2300 and G900 is 96 and 89 respectively.

Canon A2300 vs Ricoh G900 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements purely by seeing a spec sheet. The visual underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the A2300 and G900.
Clearly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Ricoh G900 to show more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The older A2300 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Canon A2300 vs Ricoh G900 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A2300 vs Ricoh G900 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2300 | Ricoh G900 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Ricoh |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A2300 | Ricoh G900 |
Category | 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 dimensions | 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 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 3888 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Flash on, flash off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 3840x2160 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic 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 | 125 gr (0.28 lbs) | 247 gr (0.54 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 54 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 210 pictures | 340 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-11L | - |
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 | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $139 | $752 |