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Panasonic XS1 vs Ricoh G900

Portability
97
Imaging
40
Features
26
Overall
34
Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 front
 
Ricoh G900 front
Portability
89
Imaging
47
Features
46
Overall
46

Panasonic XS1 vs Ricoh G900 Key Specs

Panasonic XS1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-120mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
  • 103g - 94 x 54 x 14mm
  • Launched January 2013
Ricoh G900
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 247g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
  • Introduced February 2018
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Panasonic XS1 vs Ricoh G900 Overview

Below, we are reviewing the Panasonic XS1 vs Ricoh G900, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the XS1 (16MP) and the G900 (20MP) is very close and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The XS1 was launched 6 years earlier than the G900 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief view of how the XS1 grades vs the G900 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic XS1 over the Ricoh G900

 XS1 G900 

Reasons to pick Ricoh G900 over the Panasonic XS1

 G900 XS1 
IntroducedFebruary 2018January 2013Fresher by 62 months
Focus manually Dial exact focusing
Display dimension3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution1040k230kClearer display (+810k dot)

Common features in the Panasonic XS1 and Ricoh G900

 XS1 G900 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch display No Touch display

Panasonic XS1 vs Ricoh G900 Physical Comparison

If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic XS1 has physical dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") along with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Ricoh G900 has proportions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic XS1 vs Ricoh G900 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the XS1 compared to the G900.

Panasonic XS1 vs Ricoh G900 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the XS1 and G900 is 97 and 89 respectively.

Panasonic XS1 vs Ricoh G900 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic XS1 vs Ricoh G900 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through technical specs. The photograph below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the XS1 and G900.

As you have seen, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Ricoh G900 to render greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older XS1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Panasonic XS1 vs Ricoh G900 sensor size comparison

Panasonic XS1 vs Ricoh G900 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic XS1 vs Ricoh G900 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic XS1 Portrait photography highlights
Ricoh G900 Portrait photography highlights
30
MP count decent (16MP)
manual focus not available
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
45
focusing manually
decent megapixels (20 megapixels)
includes face detection autofocus
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Panasonic XS1 as a Street photography camera
Ricoh G900 as a Street photography camera
64
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others (103g)
no moving screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
60
image stabilization (Digital)
environment proof
screen is fixed
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
heavier than average (247 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic XS1 Sports photography information
Ricoh G900 Sports photography information
41
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
offers tracking focus
slow fps (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
54
image stabilization (Digital)
decent megapixels (20MP)
includes tracking autofocus
environment proof
good battery power (340 CIPA)
lack of shutter priority mode
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Panasonic XS1
Travel photography with Ricoh G900
69
lighter than others (103g)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
pretty wide (24mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
does not contain selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
70
good battery power (340 shots)
environment proof
decent megapixels (20 megapixels)
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
heavier than average (247 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic XS1 Landscape photography details
Ricoh G900 Landscape photography details
39
pretty wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16MP)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
no manual exposure
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
lack of Time Lapse mode
56
focusing manually
really wide (28mm)
decent sized screen (3")
image stabilization (Digital)
decent megapixels (20MP)
environment proof
good battery power (340 shots)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
manual exposure not available
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic XS1 Vlogging features
Ricoh G900 Vlogging features
31
pretty wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others (103g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of mic port
32
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
includes face detection autofocus
video res high (3840 x 2160 pixels)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
missing external mic jack
heavier than average (247 grams)
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Panasonic XS1 vs Ricoh G900 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic XS1 and Ricoh G900
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1Ricoh G900
General Information
Company Panasonic Ricoh
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 Ricoh G900
Class Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Launched 2013-01-07 2018-02-21
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 20MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2
Highest resolution 4608 x 3456 5184 x 3888
Highest native ISO 6400 6400
Minimum native ISO 100 125
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points - 9
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-120mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.8-6.9 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focus distance 5cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 230k dot 1,040k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen technology TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 60 secs 4 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/1600 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 4.40 m 5.50 m (with Auto ISO)
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Flash on, flash off
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 3840x2160
Highest video resolution 1280x720 3840x2160
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Supports FlashAir SD cards
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) DB-110 lithium-ion battery & USB charger
GPS None Built-in
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 103 grams (0.23 pounds) 247 grams (0.54 pounds)
Dimensions 94 x 54 x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 260 photos 340 photos
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Storage slots 1 1
Launch cost $130 $752