Ricoh G900 vs Samsung PL120

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").

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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.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh G900 and Samsung PL120. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh G900 Gallery and Samsung PL120 Gallery.

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).

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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.

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

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.