Ricoh G900 vs Samsung WB800F

Below, we are analyzing the Ricoh G900 versus Samsung WB800F, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Ricoh and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the G900 (20MP) and WB800F (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The G900 was launched 5 years after the WB800F which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the G900 scores versus the WB800F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh G900 and Samsung WB800F. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh G900 Gallery and Samsung WB800F Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Ricoh G900 comes with 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) while the Samsung WB800F has proportions of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh G900 versus Samsung WB800F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view size comparison of the G900 against the WB800F.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the G900 and WB800F is 89 and 92 respectively.

Often, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions only by looking at technical specs. The image underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the G900 and WB800F.

As you have seen, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Ricoh G900 to give greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more modern G900 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.