Panasonic FP2 vs Ricoh G900
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Panasonic FP2 vs Ricoh G900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 151g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Announced January 2010
(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
- Launched February 2018

Panasonic FP2 vs Ricoh G900 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic FP2 vs Ricoh G900, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Ricoh. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the FP2 (14MP) and G900 (20MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The FP2 was launched 9 years before the G900 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh G900 being a Compact camera.
Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the FP2 grades vs the G900 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic FP2 vs Ricoh G900 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 & Ricoh G900. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FP2 Gallery & Ricoh G900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP2 over the Ricoh G900
FP2 | G900 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh G900 over the Panasonic FP2
G900 | FP2 | |||
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Launched | February 2018 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 98 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+810k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FP2 and Ricoh G900
FP2 | G900 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Panasonic FP2 vs Ricoh G900 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP2 has physical measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Ricoh G900 has dimensions 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 Panasonic FP2 vs Ricoh G900 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the FP2 vs the G900.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP2 and G900 is 95 and 89 respectively.

Panasonic FP2 vs Ricoh G900 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing simply by seeing specifications. The graphic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FP2 and G900.
Plainly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Ricoh G900 to provide extra detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The older FP2 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

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Panasonic FP2 vs Ricoh G900 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 | Ricoh G900 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Ricoh |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 | Ricoh G900 |
Type | Ultracompact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2010-01-06 | 2018-02-21 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 5184 x 3888 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.90 m | 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Flash on, flash off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 3840x2160 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 151 gr (0.33 lb) | 247 gr (0.54 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 340 shots |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $80 | $752 |