Ricoh G900 vs Sigma fp

On this page, we are comparing the Ricoh G900 vs Sigma fp, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Ricoh and Sigma. The sensor resolution of the G900 (20MP) and the fp (25MP) is very similar but the G900 (1/2.3") and fp (Full frame) posses different sensor size.

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The G900 was launched 16 months prior to the fp making them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Ricoh G900 being a Compact camera and the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the G900 matches up vs the fp when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh G900 and Sigma fp. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh G900 Gallery and Sigma fp Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. 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) while the Sigma fp has sizing of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh G900 vs Sigma fp in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the G900 vs the fp.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the G900 and fp is 89 and 84 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes merely by going over technical specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the G900 and fp.

As you can tell, each of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G900 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF trickier and the Sigma fp will offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 5MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged G900 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.