Ricoh G900 vs Ricoh GR

Here, we are reviewing the Ricoh G900 vs Ricoh GR, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both sold by Ricoh. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the G900 (20MP) and GR (16MP) and the G900 (1/2.3") and GR (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The G900 was launched 4 years later than the GR and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh G900 being a Compact camera and the Ricoh GR being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the G900 scores versus the GR for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh G900 and Ricoh GR. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh G900 Gallery and Ricoh GR Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Ricoh G900 comes with outer measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Ricoh GR has specifications of 117mm x 61mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the G900 and the GR.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G900 and GR is 89 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor sizing just by viewing specifications. The visual here should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the G900 and GR.

Plainly, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G900 due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Ricoh G900 will result in more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The newer G900 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.