Ricoh G900 vs Sony a1
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Ricoh G900 vs Sony a1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 247g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
- Launched February 2018
(Full Review)
- 50MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Raise to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 7680 x 4320 video
- Sony E Mount
- 737g - 129 x 97 x 70mm
- Launched January 2021
Ricoh G900 vs Sony a1 Overview
Lets examine more in depth at the Ricoh G900 vs Sony a1, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the G900 (20MP) and a1 (50MP) and the G900 (1/2.3") and a1 (Full frame) come with different sensor dimensions.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe G900 was introduced 3 years prior to the a1 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh G900 being a Compact camera and the Sony a1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the G900 grades vs the a1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Ricoh G900 vs Sony a1 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh G900 and Sony Alpha a1. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh G900 Gallery and Sony a1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh G900 over the Sony a1
G900 | a1 |
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Reasons to pick Sony a1 over the Ricoh G900
a1 | G900 | |||
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Launched | January 2021 | February 2018 | More modern by 35 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 1440k | 1040k | Clearer display (+400k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh G900 and Sony a1
G900 | a1 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focus | |||
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display sizing | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Ricoh G900 vs Sony a1 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Ricoh G900 enjoys physical dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Sony a1 has sizing of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs).
Check out the Ricoh G900 vs Sony a1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view scale comparison of the G900 versus the a1.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the G900 and a1 is 89 and 61 respectively.
Ricoh G900 vs Sony a1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes just by going through a spec sheet. The image underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the G900 and a1.
As you can see, both of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G900 with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Sony a1 will provide greater detail using its extra 30 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged G900 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Ricoh G900 vs Sony a1 Specifications
Ricoh G900 | Sony Alpha a1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Sony |
Model type | Ricoh G900 | Sony Alpha a1 |
Class | Waterproof | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2018-02-21 | 2021-01-26 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 50MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 8640 x 5760 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 32000 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 102400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 759 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 133 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 1,040k dot | 1,440k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 9,437k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.9x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Max quiet shutter speed | - | 1/32000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 30.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Flash on, flash off | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/400 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840x2160 | 7680x4320 (30p, 25p, 23.98) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 7680x4320 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | XAVC S, XAVC HS, H.264, H.265 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Supports FlashAir SD cards | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | DB-110 lithium-ion battery & USB charger | Yes |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 247g (0.54 pounds) | 737g (1.62 pounds) |
Dimensions | 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 129 x 97 x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 images | 530 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots (UHS-II supported) |
Storage slots | Single | 2 |
Cost at release | $752 | $6,498 |