Canon A3100 IS vs Ricoh G900

Let's take a closer look at the Canon A3100 IS versus Ricoh G900, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Ricoh. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the A3100 IS (12MP) and G900 (20MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A3100 IS was launched 9 years prior to the G900 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the A3100 IS matches up against the G900 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A3100 IS & Ricoh G900. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A3100 IS Gallery & Ricoh G900 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon A3100 IS offers outer dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Ricoh G900 has proportions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the A3100 IS versus the G900.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the A3100 IS and G900 is 94 and 89 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out specs. The photograph below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the A3100 IS and G900.

All in all, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Ricoh G900 to show greater detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The older A3100 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.