Ricoh G900 vs Samsung CL5

The following is a in-depth comparison of the Ricoh G900 versus Samsung CL5, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the G900 (20MP) and CL5 (9MP) and the G900 (1/2.3") and CL5 (1/2.5") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The G900 was revealed 9 years after the CL5 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh G900 being a Compact camera and the Samsung CL5 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summation of how the G900 matches up vs the CL5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh G900 and Samsung CL5. The full galleries are available at Ricoh G900 Gallery and Samsung CL5 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Ricoh G900 enjoys exterior measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Samsung CL5 has sizing of 93mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh G900 versus Samsung CL5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the G900 versus the CL5.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the G900 and CL5 is 89 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions just by looking at a spec sheet. The image here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the G900 and CL5.

As you can see, each of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The G900 with its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Ricoh G900 will give more detail because of its extra 11MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The newer G900 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.