Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh G900

Following is a detailed assessment of the Nikon S1000pj and Ricoh G900, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Ricoh. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the S1000pj (12MP) and G900 (20MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S1000pj was introduced 9 years before the G900 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the S1000pj grades against the G900 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S1000pj & Ricoh G900. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S1000pj Gallery & Ricoh G900 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S1000pj comes with physical measurements of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Ricoh G900 has proportions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the S1000pj compared to the G900.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1000pj and G900 is 94 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading through technical specs. The image below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1000pj and G900.

As you have seen, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Ricoh G900 to resolve greater detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged S1000pj is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.