Canon SX500 IS vs Ricoh G900
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Canon SX500 IS vs Ricoh G900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 341g - 104 x 70 x 80mm
- Announced August 2012
- Updated by Canon SX510 HS
(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
- Introduced February 2018

Canon SX500 IS vs Ricoh G900 Overview
Its time to look much closer at the Canon SX500 IS and Ricoh G900, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the SX500 IS (16MP) and the G900 (20MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The SX500 IS was introduced 6 years before the G900 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a short view of how the SX500 IS grades vs the G900 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX500 IS vs Ricoh G900 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX500 IS and Ricoh G900. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX500 IS Gallery and Ricoh G900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX500 IS over the Ricoh G900
SX500 IS | G900 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh G900 over the Canon SX500 IS
G900 | SX500 IS | |||
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Introduced | February 2018 | ![]() | August 2012 | Newer by 67 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 461k | Sharper screen (+579k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX500 IS and Ricoh G900
SX500 IS | G900 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Canon SX500 IS vs Ricoh G900 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX500 IS has got exterior measurements of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") along with a weight of 341 grams (0.75 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).
Compare the Canon SX500 IS and Ricoh G900 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the SX500 IS vs the G900.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX500 IS and G900 is 80 and 89 respectively.

Canon SX500 IS vs Ricoh G900 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by going over technical specs. The pic here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX500 IS and G900.
As you can tell, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Ricoh G900 to deliver extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SX500 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

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Canon SX500 IS vs Ricoh G900 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX500 IS | Ricoh G900 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Ricoh |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX500 IS | Ricoh G900 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Announced | 2012-08-21 | 2018-02-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | - |
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 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 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 | 80 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 1 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.4-5.8 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 461k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Flash on, flash off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/1600 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 3840x2160 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 341 grams (0.75 lbs) | 247 grams (0.54 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 70 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") | 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 | 195 photographs | 340 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $299 | $752 |