Ricoh G900 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Below is a in-depth analysis of the Ricoh G900 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the G900 (20MP) and Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The G900 was manufactured 4 years later than the Galaxy Camera 2 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the G900 grades vs the Galaxy Camera 2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh G900 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh G900 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Ricoh G900 comes with exterior 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) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has measurements of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh G900 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the G900 against the Galaxy Camera 2.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the G900 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 89 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by researching a spec sheet. The visual here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the G900 and Galaxy Camera 2.

As you can see, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Ricoh G900 to provide you with more detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The more recent G900 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.