Panasonic LX7 vs Ricoh G900

The following is a detailed review of the Panasonic LX7 versus Ricoh G900, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Ricoh. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the LX7 (10MP) and G900 (20MP) and the LX7 (1/1.7") and G900 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizes.

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The LX7 was unveiled 6 years earlier than the G900 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summation of how the LX7 grades versus the G900 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 & Ricoh G900. The full galleries are available at Panasonic LX7 Gallery & Ricoh G900 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LX7 has exterior measurements of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 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 LX7 versus Ricoh G900 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the LX7 vs the G900.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LX7 and G900 is 86 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions only by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the LX7 and G900.

As you can see, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The LX7 with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Ricoh G900 will offer greater detail having an extra 10MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged LX7 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.