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Ricoh G900 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Portability
89
Imaging
47
Features
46
Overall
46
Ricoh G900 front
 
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G front
Portability
90
Imaging
39
Features
44
Overall
41

Ricoh G900 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Key Specs

Ricoh G900
(Full Review)
  • 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
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
(Full Review)
  • 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
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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").

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The 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.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh G900 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

 G900 Galaxy Camera 3G 
IntroducedFebruary 2018August 2012More recent by 67 months
Manually focus More accurate focusing
Display resolution1040k0kCrisper display (+1040k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Ricoh G900

 Galaxy Camera 3G G900 
Display dimensions4.8"3"Larger display (+1.8")
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Ricoh G900 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

 G900 Galaxy Camera 3G 
Display typeFixed 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).

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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.

Ricoh G900 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G size comparison

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 top view buttons comparison

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.

Ricoh G900 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G sensor size comparison

Ricoh G900 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh G900 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Ricoh G900 Portrait photography advice
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Portrait photography advice
45
has manual focus
resolution is good (20 megapixels)
offers face detect autofocus
no manual control
external flash not possible
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
30
MP count decent (16MP)
manual focus not available
no manual control
cannot use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Ricoh G900 Street photography info
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Street photography info
60
image stabilization (Digital)
environment sealing
no moving screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
heavier than competitors in class (247 grams)
61
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others (305g)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Ricoh G900
Sports photography with Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
54
image stabilization (Digital)
resolution is good (20MP)
offers tracking focus
environment sealing
good battery pack (340 per charge)
no shutter priority
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
44
incredible zoom range (23-481mm 20.9 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
no shutter priority mode
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Ricoh G900 as a Travel photography camera
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G as a Travel photography camera
70
good battery pack (340 shots)
environment sealing
resolution is good (20MP)
flash built-in
decently wide (28mm)
heavier than competitors in class (247g)
does not posses selfie friendly display
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
72
lighter than others (305g)
MP count decent (16MP)
rather wide (23mm)
great zoom (481mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
lack of Timelapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh G900 Landscape photography features
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Landscape photography features
56
has manual focus
decently wide (28mm)
screen is a good size (3")
image stabilization (Digital)
resolution is good (20MP)
environment sealing
good battery pack (340 CIPA)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
no manual control
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
47
rather wide (23mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
big screen (4.8 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16MP)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
no manual control
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
lack of Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh G900 Vlogging factors
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Vlogging factors
32
decently wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
offers face detect autofocus
video res high (3840 x 2160 resolution)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
does not posses selfie friendly display
does not have mic support
heavier than competitors in class (247 grams)
36
rather wide (23mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than others (305 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of microphone socket
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Ricoh G900 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh G900 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
 Ricoh G900Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
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