Clicky

Ricoh G900 vs Samsung PL120

Portability
89
Imaging
47
Features
46
Overall
46
Ricoh G900 front
 
Samsung PL120 front
Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
20
Overall
30

Ricoh G900 vs Samsung PL120 Key Specs

Ricoh G900
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 247g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
  • Released February 2018
Samsung PL120
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 94 x 54 x 19mm
  • Revealed January 2011
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month

Ricoh G900 vs Samsung PL120 Overview

Following is a detailed assessment of the Ricoh G900 versus Samsung PL120, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the G900 (20MP) and PL120 (14MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or ban

The G900 was unveiled 7 years after the PL120 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh G900 being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL120 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the G900 matches up vs the PL120 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Photography Glossary
	
	

Reasons to pick Ricoh G900 over the Samsung PL120

 G900 PL120 
RevealedFebruary 2018January 2011More modern by 87 months
Focus manually Very exact focus
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution1040k230kSharper display (+810k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung PL120 over the Ricoh G900

 PL120 G900 

Common features in the Ricoh G900 and Samsung PL120

 G900 PL120 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen
Touch display Neither contains Touch display

Ricoh G900 vs Samsung PL120 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Ricoh G900 has got exterior dimensions 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 PL120 has proportions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh G900 versus Samsung PL120 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the G900 versus the PL120.

Ricoh G900 vs Samsung PL120 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G900 and PL120 is 89 and 99 respectively.

Ricoh G900 vs Samsung PL120 top view buttons comparison

Ricoh G900 vs Samsung PL120 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes purely by checking technical specs. The image below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the G900 and PL120.

As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Ricoh G900 to give you greater detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The more recent G900 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Ricoh G900 vs Samsung PL120 sensor size comparison

Ricoh G900 vs Samsung PL120 Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh G900 vs Samsung PL120 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music video

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Ricoh G900 Portrait photography info
Samsung PL120 Portrait photography info
45
focusing manually
good resolution (20 megapixels)
has face detect focus
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
28
good resolution (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lack of manual mode
no external flash support
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

Street Comparison

Ricoh G900 Street photography information
Samsung PL120 Street photography information
60
has image stabilization (Digital)
weather proofing
fixed screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
heavier than competition in class (247g)
49
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images

Sports Comparison

Ricoh G900 Sports photography info
Samsung PL120 Sports photography info
54
has image stabilization (Digital)
good resolution (20MP)
has tracking focus
weather proofing
better than average battery (340 per charge)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
26
good resolution (14 megapixels)
can't change focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a Landslide

Travel Comparison

Ricoh G900 Travel photography advice
Samsung PL120 Travel photography advice
70
better than average battery (340 shots)
weather proofing
good resolution (20MP)
built-in flash
decently wide (28mm)
heavier than competition in class (247g)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
71
good resolution (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
good maximum aperture (f)
no Timelapse function
doesn't have selfie friendly display
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

Landscape Comparison

Ricoh G900 Landscape photography features
Samsung PL120 Landscape photography features
56
focusing manually
decently wide (28mm)
screen is a good size (3")
has image stabilization (Digital)
good resolution (20 megapixels)
weather proofing
better than average battery (340 shots)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
manual mode not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
33
good maximum aperture (f)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
small screen (2.7 inch)
lack of manual mode
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
no Timelapse function
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh G900 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung PL120 as a Vlogging camera
32
decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Digital)
has face detect focus
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pxls)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
no mic support
heavier than competition in class (247 grams)
31
good maximum aperture (f)
does have external microphone jack
doesn't have selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

Ricoh G900 vs Samsung PL120 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh G900 and Samsung PL120
 Ricoh G900Samsung PL120
General Information
Company Ricoh Samsung
Model type Ricoh G900 Samsung PL120
Type Waterproof Ultracompact
Released 2018-02-21 2011-01-05
Body design Compact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 20 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 -
Full resolution 5184 x 3888 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 6400 3200
Min native ISO 125 -
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points 9 -
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) ()
Largest aperture f/3.5-5.5 -
Macro focusing range 1cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inch 2.7 inch
Display resolution 1,040 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4s 8s
Highest shutter speed 1/4000s 1/2000s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) -
Flash options Flash on, flash off -
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840x2160 1280 x 720
Max video resolution 3840x2160 1280x720
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Supports FlashAir SD cards None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB DB-110 lithium-ion battery & USB charger none
GPS Built-in None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 247 gr (0.54 pounds) -
Dimensions 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 340 shots -
Form of battery Battery Pack -
Self timer Yes -
Time lapse recording
Storage media Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card -
Storage slots 1 -
Cost at launch $752 $150