Nikon S620 vs Ricoh G900
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Nikon S620 vs Ricoh G900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-112mm (F2.7-5.8) lens
- 120g - 90 x 53 x 23mm
- Launched February 2009
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 247g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
- Introduced February 2018

Nikon S620 vs Ricoh G900 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Nikon S620 versus Ricoh G900, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Nikon and Ricoh. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the S620 (12MP) and G900 (20MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S620 was released 10 years earlier than the G900 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a full comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the S620 matches up vs the G900 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S620 vs Ricoh G900 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S620 & Ricoh G900. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S620 Gallery & Ricoh G900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S620 over the Ricoh G900
S620 | G900 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh G900 over the Nikon S620
G900 | S620 | |||
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Introduced | February 2018 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 110 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+810k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S620 and Ricoh G900
S620 | G900 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Nikon S620 vs Ricoh G900 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S620 offers outside measurements of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Ricoh G900 has sizing of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S620 versus Ricoh G900 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the S620 and the G900.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S620 and G900 is 96 and 89 respectively.

Nikon S620 vs Ricoh G900 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes only by looking at specifications. The picture here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S620 and G900.
Plainly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Ricoh G900 to resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged S620 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon S620 vs Ricoh G900 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S620 vs Ricoh G900 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S620 | Ricoh G900 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S620 | Ricoh G900 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2009-02-03 | 2018-02-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5184 x 3888 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.7-5.8 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | Flash on, flash off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 3840x2160 |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 120 gr (0.26 pounds) | 247 gr (0.54 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 53 x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 photos |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $37 | $752 |