Ricoh G900 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
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Ricoh G900 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Key Specs
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- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 247g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
- Introduced February 2018
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Introduced August 2012
Ricoh G900 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Overview
Below is a extensive overview of the Ricoh G900 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Ricoh and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the G900 (20MP) and Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe G900 was released 5 years later than the Galaxy Camera 3G and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summary of how the G900 scores against the Galaxy Camera 3G with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Ricoh G900 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh G900 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh G900 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh G900 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
G900 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Introduced | February 2018 | August 2012 | More recent by 67 months | |
Manually focus | More accurate focusing | |||
Display resolution | 1040k | 0k | Crisper display (+1040k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Ricoh G900
Galaxy Camera 3G | G900 | |||
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Display dimensions | 4.8" | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh G900 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
G900 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Ricoh G900 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and size. The Ricoh G900 offers external dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
See the Ricoh G900 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the G900 and the Galaxy Camera 3G.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the G900 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 89 and 90 respectively.
Ricoh G900 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements just by seeing technical specs. The photograph here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the G900 and Galaxy Camera 3G.
As you have seen, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Ricoh G900 to show extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos more aggressively. The younger G900 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
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Ricoh G900 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications
Ricoh G900 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh G900 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2018-02-21 | 2012-08-29 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 20 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Peak resolution | 5184 x 3888 | - |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 4.8" |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dots | 0k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Flash on, flash off | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840x2160 | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Supports FlashAir SD cards | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | DB-110 lithium-ion battery & USB charger | none |
GPS | Built-in | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 247 gr (0.54 pounds) | 305 gr (0.67 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 shots | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $752 | $606 |