Panasonic ZS70 vs Ricoh G900

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic ZS70 vs Ricoh G900, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Ricoh. The resolution of the ZS70 (20MP) and the G900 (20MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS70 was manufactured 10 months before the G900 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the ZS70 scores against the G900 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70 and Ricoh G900. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic ZS70 Gallery and Ricoh G900 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS70 comes with outside measurements of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs) whilst the Ricoh G900 has dimensions 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 ZS70 vs Ricoh G900 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the ZS70 vs the G900.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS70 and G900 is 87 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes merely by looking through a spec sheet. The picture below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS70 and G900.

As you can see, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution so you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you have to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged ZS70 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.