Ricoh G900 vs Samsung ST65

Its time to look more closely at the Ricoh G900 versus Samsung ST65, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the G900 (20MP) and ST65 (14MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The G900 was launched 7 years later than the ST65 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh G900 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summary of how the G900 grades vs the ST65 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh G900 and Samsung ST65. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh G900 Gallery and Samsung ST65 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Ricoh G900 has 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 ST65 has sizing of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh G900 versus Samsung ST65 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the G900 against the ST65.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the G900 and ST65 is 89 and 99 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements simply by going over a spec sheet. The graphic below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the G900 and ST65.

As you can see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Ricoh G900 to offer extra detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern G900 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.