Pentax P80 vs Ricoh G900
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Pentax P80 vs Ricoh G900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-110mm (F2.6-5.8) lens
- 125g - 102 x 59 x 25mm
- Revealed August 2009
(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
- Released February 2018

Pentax P80 vs Ricoh G900 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Pentax P80 versus Ricoh G900, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Pentax and Ricoh. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the P80 (12MP) and G900 (20MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The P80 was unveiled 9 years prior to the G900 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the P80 grades versus the G900 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Pentax P80 vs Ricoh G900 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio P80 and Ricoh G900. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax P80 Gallery and Ricoh G900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax P80 over the Ricoh G900
P80 | G900 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh G900 over the Pentax P80
G900 | P80 | |||
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Released | February 2018 | ![]() | August 2009 | Fresher by 104 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+810k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax P80 and Ricoh G900
P80 | G900 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Pentax P80 vs Ricoh G900 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Pentax P80 features exterior measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Ricoh G900 has dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).
Look at the Pentax P80 versus Ricoh G900 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the P80 versus the G900.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P80 and G900 is 95 and 89 respectively.

Pentax P80 vs Ricoh G900 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the P80 and G900.
As you can see, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Ricoh G900 to deliver more detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The older P80 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Pentax P80 vs Ricoh G900 Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax P80 vs Ricoh G900 Specifications
Pentax Optio P80 | Ricoh G900 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Ricoh |
Model type | Pentax Optio P80 | Ricoh G900 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2009-08-05 | 2018-02-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Prime | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-110mm (3.9x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.6-5.8 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.60 m | 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | - | Flash on, flash off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 3840x2160 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 125 gr (0.28 lb) | 247 gr (0.54 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 59 x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 340 photographs |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI68 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $200 | $752 |