Olympus 8000 vs Ricoh G900

On this page, we will be evaluating the Olympus 8000 vs Ricoh G900, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Olympus and Ricoh. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the 8000 (12MP) and G900 (20MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The 8000 was introduced 9 years prior to the G900 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the 8000 scores versus the G900 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 and Ricoh G900. The whole galleries are available at Olympus 8000 Gallery and Ricoh G900 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus 8000 has got outside measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Ricoh G900 has specifications of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the 8000 and the G900.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 8000 and G900 is 94 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to see the gap in sensor sizes only by looking through technical specs. The pic underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the 8000 and G900.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Ricoh G900 to render extra detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged 8000 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.