Ricoh G900 vs Sony A450

On this page, we are evaluating the Ricoh G900 and Sony A450, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Ricoh and Sony. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the G900 (20MP) and A450 (14MP) and the G900 (1/2.3") and A450 (APS-C) have different sensor size.

Photography Glossary

The G900 was introduced 8 years after the A450 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Ricoh G900 being a Compact camera and the Sony A450 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the G900 grades against the A450 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh G900 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A450. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh G900 Gallery and Sony A450 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Ricoh G900 has got outer dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sony A450 has measurements of 137mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).

Check the Ricoh G900 and Sony A450 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the G900 and the A450.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the G900 and A450 is 89 and 65 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by looking at specifications. The pic below might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the G900 and A450.

Plainly, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The G900 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Ricoh G900 will give you greater detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos more aggressively. The younger G900 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.