Panasonic SZ3 vs Ricoh G900

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Panasonic SZ3 vs Ricoh G900, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Ricoh. The resolution of the SZ3 (16MP) and the G900 (20MP) is pretty close and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ3 was unveiled 6 years before the G900 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SZ3 scores versus the G900 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 and Ricoh G900. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ3 Gallery and Ricoh G900 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic SZ3 provides external measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Ricoh G900 has specifications of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic SZ3 vs Ricoh G900 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the SZ3 compared to the G900.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SZ3 and G900 is 96 and 89 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements purely by researching a spec sheet. The graphic here may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ3 and G900.

Clearly, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Ricoh G900 to render greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs much more aggressively. The older SZ3 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.