Fujifilm A170 vs Ricoh G900

Here is a extended review of the Fujifilm A170 and Ricoh G900, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Ricoh. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm A170 (10MP) and G900 (20MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm A170 was introduced 9 years prior to the G900 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm A170 grades versus the G900 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix A170 & Ricoh G900. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm A170 Gallery & Ricoh G900 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm A170 has outer measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and 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).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm A170 against the G900.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm A170 and G900 is 94 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking a spec sheet. The graphic below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm A170 and G900.

Clearly, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Ricoh G900 to give more detail using its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The older Fujifilm A170 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.