Panasonic TS20 vs Ricoh G900

On this page, we are looking at the Panasonic TS20 versus Ricoh G900, both Waterproof cameras by companies Panasonic and Ricoh. The image resolution of the TS20 (16MP) and the G900 (20MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TS20 was revealed 7 years earlier than the G900 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a brief summary of how the TS20 scores versus the G900 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 & Ricoh G900. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS20 Gallery & Ricoh G900 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic TS20 offers physical dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Ricoh G900 has specifications of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the TS20 compared to the G900.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS20 and G900 is 95 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements purely by seeing a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the TS20 and G900.

Clearly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can expect to see the Ricoh G900 to show extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The older TS20 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.