Fujifilm XP130 vs Ricoh G900

Here is a complete analysis of the Fujifilm XP130 and Ricoh G900, both Waterproof digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Ricoh. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP130 (16MP) and the G900 (20MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP130 was unveiled very close to the G900 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm XP130 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh G900 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm XP130 grades vs the G900 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix XP130 and Ricoh G900. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP130 Gallery and Ricoh G900 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm XP130 provides exterior measurements of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") having a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Ricoh G900 has sizing of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm XP130 and Ricoh G900 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm XP130 vs the G900.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP130 and G900 is 91 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading through specifications. The photograph below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP130 and G900.

To sum up, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Ricoh G900 to give you greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively.