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Canon A3400 IS vs Ricoh G900

Portability
96
Imaging
39
Features
35
Overall
37
Canon PowerShot A3400 IS front
 
Ricoh G900 front
Portability
89
Imaging
47
Features
46
Overall
46

Canon A3400 IS vs Ricoh G900 Key Specs

Canon A3400 IS
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
  • 126g - 94 x 56 x 21mm
  • Revealed February 2012
Ricoh G900
(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
  • Released February 2018
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Canon A3400 IS vs Ricoh G900 Overview

Here is a detailed analysis of the Canon A3400 IS vs Ricoh G900, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the A3400 IS (16MP) and the G900 (20MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A3400 IS was manufactured 7 years earlier than the G900 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the A3400 IS scores versus the G900 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Canon A3400 IS over the Ricoh G900

 A3400 IS G900 
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Ricoh G900 over the Canon A3400 IS

 G900 A3400 IS 
ReleasedFebruary 2018February 2012Fresher by 73 months
Focus manually More exact focusing
Screen resolution1040k230kSharper screen (+810k dot)

Common features in the Canon A3400 IS and Ricoh G900

 A3400 IS G900 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen sizing
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen

Canon A3400 IS vs Ricoh G900 Physical Comparison

If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon A3400 IS offers exterior dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Ricoh G900 has dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

Contrast the Canon A3400 IS vs Ricoh G900 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the A3400 IS and the G900.

Canon A3400 IS vs Ricoh G900 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the A3400 IS and G900 is 96 and 89 respectively.

Canon A3400 IS vs Ricoh G900 top view buttons comparison

Canon A3400 IS vs Ricoh G900 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing only by going through technical specs. The graphic underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the A3400 IS and G900.

As you have seen, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Ricoh G900 to produce greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older A3400 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon A3400 IS vs Ricoh G900 sensor size comparison

Canon A3400 IS vs Ricoh G900 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon A3400 IS vs Ricoh G900 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon A3400 IS Portrait photography advice
Ricoh G900 Portrait photography advice
34
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
offers face detect autofocus
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
no external flash support
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
45
focusing manually
good megapixels (20MP)
supports face detect focus
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Canon A3400 IS Street photography details
Ricoh G900 Street photography details
67
has image stabilization (Optical)
has focus via touch
lighter than competitors in class (126g)
no moving screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
60
has image stabilization (Digital)
environment sealing
fixed screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
heavier than average (247g)
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Sports Comparison

Canon A3400 IS as a Sports photography camera
Ricoh G900 as a Sports photography camera
38
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
offers tracking focus
low fps (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
very small sensor (1/2.3")
not so great battery life (180 shots)
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
54
has image stabilization (Digital)
good megapixels (20MP)
supports tracking focus
environment sealing
good battery pack (340 CIPA)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Canon A3400 IS Travel photography features
Ricoh G900 Travel photography features
68
lighter than competitors in class (126g)
has focus via touch
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
built-in flash
really wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
not so great battery life (180 CIPA)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
70
good battery pack (340 shots)
environment sealing
good megapixels (20 megapixels)
has built in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
heavier than average (247 grams)
does not have a selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon A3400 IS as a Landscape photography camera
Ricoh G900 as a Landscape photography camera
41
really wide (28mm)
screen is a decent size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
no manual control
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
not so great battery life (180 shots)
does not have Time Lapse recording
56
focusing manually
fairly wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3")
has image stabilization (Digital)
good megapixels (20 megapixels)
environment sealing
good battery pack (340 per charge)
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
lack of manual mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon A3400 IS Vlogging features
Ricoh G900 Vlogging features
34
really wide (28mm)
touchscreen capability
has image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detect autofocus
lighter than competitors in class (126 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have mic support
32
fairly wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Digital)
supports face detect focus
high video quality (3840 x 2160 resolution)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not have a selfie friendly display
lack of mic socket
heavier than average (247 grams)
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Canon A3400 IS vs Ricoh G900 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon A3400 IS and Ricoh G900
 Canon PowerShot A3400 ISRicoh G900
General Information
Brand Name Canon Ricoh
Model type Canon PowerShot A3400 IS Ricoh G900
Type Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Revealed 2012-02-07 2018-02-21
Physical type 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 16MP 20MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2
Peak resolution 4608 x 3456 5184 x 3888
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 125
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/2.8-6.9 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing range 3cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 230 thousand dots 1,040 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 15s 4s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.00 m 5.50 m (with Auto ISO)
Flash options 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
Highest video resolution 1280x720 3840x2160
Video file format H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
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 sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 126g (0.28 pounds) 247g (0.54 pounds)
Physical dimensions 94 x 56 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 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 180 photographs 340 photographs
Type of battery 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
Card slots Single Single
Retail cost $230 $752