Nikon S5100 vs Ricoh G900
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Nikon S5100 vs Ricoh G900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 132g - 97 x 57 x 22mm
- Introduced August 2010
(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
- Announced February 2018

Nikon S5100 vs Ricoh G900 Overview
Lets look more in depth at the Nikon S5100 vs Ricoh G900, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Ricoh. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the S5100 (12MP) and G900 (20MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S5100 was released 8 years earlier than the G900 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the S5100 grades versus the G900 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S5100 vs Ricoh G900 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S5100 and Ricoh G900. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S5100 Gallery and Ricoh G900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S5100 over the Ricoh G900
S5100 | G900 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh G900 over the Nikon S5100
G900 | S5100 | |||
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Announced | February 2018 | ![]() | August 2010 | More modern by 91 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+810k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S5100 and Ricoh G900
S5100 | G900 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Nikon S5100 vs Ricoh G900 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S5100 has got physical measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Ricoh G900 has sizing of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).
See the Nikon S5100 vs Ricoh G900 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the S5100 vs the G900.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S5100 and G900 is 95 and 89 respectively.

Nikon S5100 vs Ricoh G900 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes simply by checking out a spec sheet. The picture underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S5100 and G900.
As you can see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Ricoh G900 to produce more detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos more aggressively. The more aged S5100 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon S5100 vs Ricoh G900 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S5100 vs Ricoh G900 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S5100 | Ricoh G900 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S5100 | Ricoh G900 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2010-08-17 | 2018-02-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5184 x 3888 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.7-6.6 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/4000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Flash on, flash off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 3840x2160 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 132 gr (0.29 pounds) | 247 gr (0.54 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 340 photos |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL10 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $200 | $752 |