Nikon Z7 vs Ricoh G900

Here is a detailed comparison of the Nikon Z7 vs Ricoh G900, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Ricoh. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the Z7 (46MP) and G900 (20MP) and the Z7 (Full frame) and G900 (1/2.3") offer different sensor size.

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The Z7 was manufactured 7 months later than the G900 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Ricoh G900 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the Z7 scores against the G900 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z7 and Ricoh G900. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon Z7 Gallery and Ricoh G900 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z7 offers outside dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) and the Ricoh G900 has proportions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon Z7 vs Ricoh G900 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the Z7 against the G900.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Z7 and G900 is 62 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing simply by going through technical specs. The photograph below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Z7 and G900.

As you have seen, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Z7 because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon Z7 will provide more detail due to its extra 26MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The younger Z7 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.