Ricoh G900 vs Samsung HZ50W

Following is a extended overview of the Ricoh G900 and Samsung HZ50W, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the G900 (20MP) and HZ50W (14MP) but they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The G900 was revealed 7 years after the HZ50W which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh G900 being a Compact camera and the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple summary of how the G900 matches up against the HZ50W with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh G900 & Samsung HZ50W. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh G900 Gallery & Samsung HZ50W Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Ricoh G900 comes with external dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ50W has proportions of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the G900 compared to the HZ50W.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the G900 and HZ50W is 89 and 70 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes simply by checking out specifications. The image underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the G900 and HZ50W.

Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Ricoh G900 to produce more detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The newer G900 will have an advantage in sensor tech.