Ricoh G900 vs Samsung SL102

Here is a thorough overview of the Ricoh G900 versus Samsung SL102, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the G900 (20MP) and SL102 (10MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The G900 was introduced 9 years later than the SL102 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the G900 grades against the SL102 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh G900 & Samsung SL102. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh G900 Gallery & Samsung SL102 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Ricoh G900 comes with external measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Samsung SL102 has proportions of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the G900 and the SL102.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G900 and SL102 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by looking at technical specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the G900 and SL102.

As you have seen, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Ricoh G900 to resolve greater detail using its extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more modern G900 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.