Panasonic ZS1 vs Ricoh G900

Here is a comprehensive overview of the Panasonic ZS1 vs Ricoh G900, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Ricoh. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the ZS1 (10MP) and G900 (20MP) and the ZS1 (1/2.5") and G900 (1/2.3") use different sensor measurements.

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The ZS1 was brought out 9 years earlier than the G900 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick view of how the ZS1 grades vs the G900 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 & Ricoh G900. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS1 Gallery & Ricoh G900 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS1 offers external measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Ricoh G900 has proportions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic ZS1 vs Ricoh G900 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the ZS1 compared to the G900.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the ZS1 and G900 is 91 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through specifications. The graphic below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS1 and G900.

Plainly, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The ZS1 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Ricoh G900 will provide extra detail having its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older ZS1 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.