Nikon L610 vs Ricoh G900

Let's look a bit more closely at the Nikon L610 versus Ricoh G900, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the L610 (16MP) and the G900 (20MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The L610 was manufactured 6 years prior to the G900 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the L610 grades versus the G900 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L610 and Ricoh G900. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L610 Gallery and Ricoh G900 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon L610 offers external dimensions of 108mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) while the Ricoh G900 has specifications of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the L610 compared to the G900.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the L610 and G900 is 90 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading through specs. The picture underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the L610 and G900.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Ricoh G900 to resolve extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged L610 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.