Canon SX710 HS vs Ricoh G900

Following is a thorough analysis of the Canon SX710 HS versus Ricoh G900, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the SX710 HS (20MP) and the G900 (20MP) is fairly close and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX710 HS was launched 4 years earlier than the G900 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SX710 HS scores against the G900 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX710 HS and Ricoh G900. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX710 HS Gallery and Ricoh G900 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX710 HS provides exterior measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Ricoh G900 has proportions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX710 HS versus Ricoh G900 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the SX710 HS vs the G900.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX710 HS and G900 is 89 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by viewing specs. The pic underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX710 HS and G900.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution and you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you should really consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged SX710 HS will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.