Panasonic FS12 vs Ricoh G900

In this article, we are reviewing the Panasonic FS12 and Ricoh G900, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Ricoh. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the FS12 (12MP) and G900 (20MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FS12 was announced 9 years before the G900 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS12 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh G900 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise overview of how the FS12 grades versus the G900 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 and Ricoh G900. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FS12 Gallery and Ricoh G900 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FS12 features exterior dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Ricoh G900 has measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FS12 and Ricoh G900 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the FS12 against the G900.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FS12 and G900 is 95 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through a spec sheet. The image underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS12 and G900.

As you can see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Ricoh G900 to provide you with greater detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged FS12 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.