Ricoh G900 vs Sony H300

In this article, we are evaluating the Ricoh G900 vs Sony H300, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the G900 (20MP) and the H300 (20MP) is very comparable and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The G900 was announced 4 years later than the H300 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh G900 being a Compact camera and the Sony H300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a brief view of how the G900 scores versus the H300 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh G900 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh G900 Gallery & Sony H300 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Ricoh G900 comes with outside measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sony H300 has sizing of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") accompanied by a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the G900 compared to the H300.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G900 and H300 is 89 and 63 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to see the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing specifications. The visual below will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the G900 and H300.

To sum up, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP and you can expect comparable quality of files but you may want to consider the age of the cameras into account. The younger G900 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.