Ricoh G900 vs Samsung ST700

Below is a complete analysis of the Ricoh G900 vs Samsung ST700, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Ultracompact by companies Ricoh and Samsung. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the G900 (20MP) and ST700 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The G900 was revealed 7 years later than the ST700 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh G900 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST700 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the G900 scores versus the ST700 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh G900 & Samsung ST700. The full galleries are available at Ricoh G900 Gallery & Samsung ST700 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Ricoh G900 has physical measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Samsung ST700 has specifications of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh G900 vs Samsung ST700 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the G900 versus the ST700.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the G900 and ST700 is 89 and 99 respectively.

Usually, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements only by reading through a spec sheet. The visual below may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the G900 and ST700.

Clearly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can anticipate the Ricoh G900 to give you more detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more recent G900 should have a benefit in sensor technology.