Nikon S31 vs Ricoh G900

Lets take a more detailed look at the Nikon S31 versus Ricoh G900, both Waterproof digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Ricoh. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the S31 (10MP) and G900 (20MP) and the S31 (1/2.9") and G900 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizes.

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The S31 was manufactured 5 years before the G900 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the S31 matches up vs the G900 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S31 and Ricoh G900. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S31 Gallery and Ricoh G900 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S31 offers external dimensions of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Ricoh G900 has specifications of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S31 versus Ricoh G900 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the S31 versus the G900.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S31 and G900 is 90 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes just by reading through specifications. The image here will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S31 and G900.

Plainly, both the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The S31 because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Ricoh G900 will resolve extra detail due to its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged S31 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.