Leica V-Lux 5 vs Ricoh G900

Below, we will be reviewing the Leica V-Lux 5 versus Ricoh G900, former being a Large Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Leica and Ricoh. The image resolution of the V-Lux 5 (20MP) and the G900 (20MP) is relatively comparable but the V-Lux 5 (1") and G900 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizing.

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The V-Lux 5 was released 24 months later than the G900 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Leica V-Lux 5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh G900 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the V-Lux 5 matches up versus the G900 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 5 & Ricoh G900. The complete galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 5 Gallery & Ricoh G900 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 5 has external dimensions of 137mm x 97mm x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") having a weight of 812 grams (1.79 lbs) while the Ricoh G900 has proportions 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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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the V-Lux 5 compared to the G900.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 5 and G900 is 55 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing just by checking out specs. The graphic below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 5 and G900.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have got the exact same MP albeit different sensor sizing. The V-Lux 5 contains the bigger sensor which will make getting bokeh simpler. The younger V-Lux 5 should have a benefit in sensor tech.