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Nikon S6300 vs Ricoh G900

Portability
94
Imaging
39
Features
35
Overall
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Nikon Coolpix S6300 front
 
Ricoh G900 front
Portability
89
Imaging
47
Features
46
Overall
46

Nikon S6300 vs Ricoh G900 Key Specs

Nikon S6300
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-250mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
  • 160g - 94 x 58 x 26mm
  • Introduced February 2012
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
  • Announced February 2018
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Nikon S6300 vs Ricoh G900 Overview

On this page, we are analyzing the Nikon S6300 and Ricoh G900, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the S6300 (16MP) and the G900 (20MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The S6300 was brought out 7 years prior to the G900 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summation of how the S6300 matches up versus the G900 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S6300 over the Ricoh G900

 S6300 G900 

Reasons to pick Ricoh G900 over the Nikon S6300

 G900 S6300 
AnnouncedFebruary 2018February 2012Fresher by 73 months
Manual focus Very exact focusing
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution1040k230kClearer display (+810k dot)

Common features in the Nikon S6300 and Ricoh G900

 S6300 G900 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly display Lacking Touch friendly display

Nikon S6300 vs Ricoh G900 Physical Comparison

If you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S6300 enjoys exterior measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Ricoh G900 has measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

Check out the Nikon S6300 and Ricoh G900 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the S6300 and the G900.

Nikon S6300 vs Ricoh G900 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S6300 and G900 is 94 and 89 respectively.

Nikon S6300 vs Ricoh G900 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S6300 vs Ricoh G900 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, its difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S6300 and G900.

As you can see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Ricoh G900 to offer extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics more aggressively. The older S6300 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon S6300 vs Ricoh G900 sensor size comparison

Nikon S6300 vs Ricoh G900 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S6300 vs Ricoh G900 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S6300 Portrait photography factors
Ricoh G900 Portrait photography factors
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MP count decent (16MP)
includes face detect focusing
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
45
focusing manually
good resolution (20 megapixels)
comes with face detect focus
no manual control
can't use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Nikon S6300 as a Street photography camera
Ricoh G900 as a Street photography camera
57
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
60
built in image stabilization (Digital)
environment proofing
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
heavier than competition (247g)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S6300 Sports photography highlights
Ricoh G900 Sports photography highlights
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max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
includes tracking focus
slow continuous shooting (6.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
54
built in image stabilization (Digital)
good resolution (20MP)
comes with tracking focus
environment proofing
good battery pack (340 CIPA)
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S6300 Travel photography features
Ricoh G900 Travel photography features
68
MP count decent (16MP)
has built in flash
rather wide (25mm)
long zoom (250mm)
lack of Time Lapse recording
does not offer selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
70
good battery pack (340 shots)
environment proofing
good resolution (20 megapixels)
has built in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
heavier than competition (247 grams)
display is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S6300 as a Landscape photography camera
Ricoh G900 as a Landscape photography camera
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rather wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
manual mode not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
lack of Time Lapse recording
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focusing manually
fairly wide (28mm)
screen is a good size (3")
built in image stabilization (Digital)
good resolution (20 megapixels)
environment proofing
good battery pack (340 shots)
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
no manual control
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Nikon S6300
Vlogging with Ricoh G900
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rather wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes face detect focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
lack of mic socket
32
fairly wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
comes with face detect focus
video res high (3840 x 2160 resolution)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
display is not selfie friendly
no mic port
heavier than competition (247g)
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Nikon S6300 vs Ricoh G900 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S6300 and Ricoh G900
 Nikon Coolpix S6300Ricoh G900
General Information
Brand Nikon Ricoh
Model type Nikon Coolpix S6300 Ricoh G900
Type Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Introduced 2012-02-01 2018-02-21
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 20 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 5184 x 3888
Maximum native ISO 3200 6400
Min native ISO 125 125
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points - 9
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-250mm (10.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.2-5.8 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing range 10cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7" 3"
Display resolution 230 thousand dot 1,040 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display technology TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 30s 4s
Max shutter speed 1/8000s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter speed 6.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - 5.50 m (with Auto ISO)
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync 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 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) 3840x2160
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 3840x2160
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 160g (0.35 pounds) 247g (0.54 pounds)
Physical dimensions 94 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 230 photographs 340 photographs
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID EN-EL12 -
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Storage slots Single Single
Retail pricing $200 $752