Panasonic LF1 vs Ricoh G900

Lets take a closer look at the Panasonic LF1 vs Ricoh G900, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Ricoh. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the LF1 (12MP) and G900 (20MP) and the LF1 (1/1.7") and G900 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The LF1 was brought out 5 years before the G900 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the LF1 grades against the G900 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 and Ricoh G900. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic LF1 Gallery and Ricoh G900 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LF1 comes with outer dimensions of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 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 LF1 vs Ricoh G900 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the LF1 compared to the G900.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LF1 and G900 is 92 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions purely by researching technical specs. The picture below might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the LF1 and G900.

As you can tell, both of those cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The LF1 because of its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Ricoh G900 will result in greater detail having its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged LF1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.