Canon G11 vs Ricoh G900

In this article, we will be looking at the Canon G11 versus Ricoh G900, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Ricoh. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the G11 (10MP) and G900 (20MP) and the G11 (1/1.7") and G900 (1/2.3") use different sensor measurements.

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The G11 was announced 9 years prior to the G900 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the G11 matches up against the G900 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G11 and Ricoh G900. The whole galleries are available at Canon G11 Gallery and Ricoh G900 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon G11 has external dimensions of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs) while the Ricoh G900 has proportions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

Compare the Canon G11 versus Ricoh G900 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the G11 against the G900.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G11 and G900 is 83 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes just by going through specs. The image below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G11 and G900.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G11 having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Ricoh G900 will produce extra detail with its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged G11 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.