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Nikon S3500 vs Ricoh G900

Portability
95
Imaging
44
Features
25
Overall
36
Nikon Coolpix S3500 front
 
Ricoh G900 front
Portability
89
Imaging
47
Features
46
Overall
46

Nikon S3500 vs Ricoh G900 Key Specs

Nikon S3500
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-182mm (F3.4-6.4) lens
  • 129g - 97 x 58 x 21mm
  • Released February 2013
Ricoh G900
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 247g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
  • Released February 2018
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Nikon S3500 vs Ricoh G900 Overview

The following is a extended comparison of the Nikon S3500 versus Ricoh G900, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Ricoh. The resolution of the S3500 (20MP) and the G900 (20MP) is very close and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S3500 was revealed 6 years before the G900 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the S3500 grades versus the G900 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S3500 over the Ricoh G900

 S3500 G900 

Reasons to pick Ricoh G900 over the Nikon S3500

 G900 S3500 
ReleasedFebruary 2018February 2013Newer by 60 months
Focus manually More accurate focus
Display dimension3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution1040k230kSharper display (+810k dot)

Common features in the Nikon S3500 and Ricoh G900

 S3500 G900 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch display Neither includes Touch display

Nikon S3500 vs Ricoh G900 Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S3500 features outer dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Ricoh G900 has sizing of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S3500 versus Ricoh G900 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the S3500 against the G900.

Nikon S3500 vs Ricoh G900 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S3500 and G900 is 95 and 89 respectively.

Nikon S3500 vs Ricoh G900 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S3500 vs Ricoh G900 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions just by looking through technical specs. The picture underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3500 and G900.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of images although you should always consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged S3500 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon S3500 vs Ricoh G900 sensor size comparison

Nikon S3500 vs Ricoh G900 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S3500 vs Ricoh G900 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S3500 Portrait photography highlights
Ricoh G900 Portrait photography highlights
33
MP count decent (20MP)
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
45
has manual focus
decent MP (20MP)
has face detect focusing
no manual mode
no external flash support
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon S3500 Street photography features
Ricoh G900 Street photography features
64
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (129 grams)
no articulating screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
60
built in image stabilization (Digital)
weather proof
no moving screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
heavier than average in class (247 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S3500 Sports photography factors
Ricoh G900 Sports photography factors
42
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (20MP)
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
54
built in image stabilization (Digital)
decent MP (20MP)
has tracking focus
weather proof
better than average battery life (340 shots)
no shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S3500 Travel photography highlights
Ricoh G900 Travel photography highlights
69
lighter than competitors in class (129 grams)
MP count decent (20 megapixels)
flash built-in
really wide (26mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
70
better than average battery life (340 per charge)
weather proof
decent MP (20 megapixels)
has built in flash
rather wide (28mm)
heavier than average in class (247g)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S3500 Landscape photography details
Ricoh G900 Landscape photography details
40
really wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (20MP)
focusing manually not possible
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
no manual exposure
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse function
56
has manual focus
rather wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3")
built in image stabilization (Digital)
decent MP (20 megapixels)
weather proof
better than average battery life (340 shots)
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
no manual mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Nikon S3500
Vlogging with Ricoh G900
31
really wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (129g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have external mic support
32
rather wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
has face detect focusing
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pxls)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
no mic support
heavier than average in class (247 grams)
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Nikon S3500 vs Ricoh G900 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S3500 and Ricoh G900
 Nikon Coolpix S3500Ricoh G900
General Information
Brand Name Nikon Ricoh
Model Nikon Coolpix S3500 Ricoh G900
Type Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Released 2013-02-21 2018-02-21
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.16 x 4.62mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.5mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 20 megapixels 20 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2
Max resolution 5152 x 3864 5184 x 3888
Max native ISO 3200 6400
Lowest native ISO 80 125
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Number of focus points - 9
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 26-182mm (7.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.4-6.4 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focus range - 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7" 3"
Screen resolution 230k dots 1,040k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen technology TFT-LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 seconds 4 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range - 5.50 m (with Auto ISO)
Flash modes - Flash on, flash off
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 3840x2160
Max video resolution 1280x720 3840x2160
Video file format - MPEG-4, H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected Supports FlashAir SD cards
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) DB-110 lithium-ion battery & USB charger
GPS None Built-in
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 129 grams (0.28 lb) 247 grams (0.54 lb)
Dimensions 97 x 58 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 340 photographs
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Self timer - Yes
Time lapse recording
Storage type - Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Card slots 1 1
Price at release $85 $752