Nikon S9300 vs Ricoh G900

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Nikon S9300 versus Ricoh G900, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the S9300 (16MP) and the G900 (20MP) is fairly similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S9300 was announced 6 years prior to the G900 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the S9300 grades against the G900 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S9300 & Ricoh G900. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S9300 Gallery & Ricoh G900 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S9300 provides external measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Ricoh G900 has specifications of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S9300 versus Ricoh G900 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the S9300 compared to the G900.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S9300 and G900 is 91 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading specs. The pic below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S9300 and G900.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can anticipate the Ricoh G900 to deliver more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged S9300 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.