Ricoh G900 vs Ricoh WG-70

Here, we are analyzing the Ricoh G900 vs Ricoh WG-70, both Waterproof digital cameras and both are manufactured by Ricoh. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the G900 (20MP) and WG-70 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The G900 was introduced 23 months prior to the WG-70 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick view of how the G900 grades against the WG-70 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh G900 and Ricoh WG-70. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh G900 Gallery and Ricoh WG-70 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Ricoh G900 has got outer dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-70 has specifications of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh G900 vs Ricoh WG-70 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the G900 versus the WG-70.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G900 and WG-70 is 89 and 91 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements purely by looking at specifications. The visual underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G900 and WG-70.

Plainly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Ricoh G900 to give more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The older G900 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.