Panasonic TS2 vs Ricoh G900

Let's look more closely at the Panasonic TS2 versus Ricoh G900, both Waterproof digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Ricoh. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the TS2 (14MP) and G900 (20MP) but they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TS2 was brought out 9 years before the G900 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick overview of how the TS2 scores versus the G900 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 and Ricoh G900. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic TS2 Gallery and Ricoh G900 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic TS2 offers outside measurements of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Ricoh G900 has specifications of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic TS2 versus Ricoh G900 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the TS2 versus the G900.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS2 and G900 is 93 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to visualize the gap between sensor measurements merely by checking specs. The visual underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the TS2 and G900.

All in all, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should count on the Ricoh G900 to resolve more detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The older TS2 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.