Olympus VH-410 vs Ricoh G900

Here, we are contrasting the Olympus VH-410 versus Ricoh G900, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by brands Olympus and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the VH-410 (16MP) and the G900 (20MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The VH-410 was introduced 6 years before the G900 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the VH-410 grades against the G900 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VH-410 & Ricoh G900. The whole galleries are available at Olympus VH-410 Gallery & Ricoh G900 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus VH-410 comes with external dimensions of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 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).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the VH-410 compared to the G900.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the VH-410 and G900 is 95 and 89 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The pic underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the VH-410 and G900.

To sum up, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Ricoh G900 to resolve extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged VH-410 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.