FujiFilm S200EXR vs Ricoh G900

Its time to look much closer at the FujiFilm S200EXR versus Ricoh G900, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Ricoh. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the S200EXR (12MP) and G900 (20MP) and the S200EXR (1/1.6") and G900 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The S200EXR was introduced 9 years before the G900 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm S200EXR being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh G900 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the S200EXR grades vs the G900 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S200EXR & Ricoh G900. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm S200EXR Gallery & Ricoh G900 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S200EXR has exterior measurements of 133mm x 94mm x 145mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.7") accompanied by a weight of 865 grams (1.91 lbs) and the Ricoh G900 has dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm S200EXR versus Ricoh G900 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the S200EXR versus the G900.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S200EXR and G900 is 54 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes just by reading a spec sheet. The picture here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S200EXR and G900.

As you can see, both cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The S200EXR having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Ricoh G900 will deliver extra detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged S200EXR is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.