FujiFilm S1600 vs Ricoh G900

Here, we will be contrasting the FujiFilm S1600 versus Ricoh G900, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors FujiFilm and Ricoh. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the S1600 (12MP) and G900 (20MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S1600 was manufactured 9 years prior to the G900 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm S1600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh G900 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the S1600 scores vs the G900 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S1600 and Ricoh G900. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S1600 Gallery and Ricoh G900 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The FujiFilm S1600 enjoys exterior measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Ricoh G900 has sizing of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

Compare the FujiFilm S1600 versus Ricoh G900 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the S1600 versus the G900.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1600 and G900 is 78 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specs. The visual below may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S1600 and G900.

All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Ricoh G900 to offer you more detail due to its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older S1600 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.