Ricoh G900 vs Sony H400
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Ricoh G900 vs Sony H400 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)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-1550mm (F3.4-6.5) lens
- 628g - 130 x 95 x 122mm
- Announced February 2014

Ricoh G900 vs Sony H400 Overview
Here is a in depth assessment of the Ricoh G900 and Sony H400, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the G900 (20MP) and the H400 (20MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The G900 was manufactured 4 years later than the H400 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh G900 being a Compact camera and the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a short view of how the G900 scores against the H400 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Ricoh G900 vs Sony H400 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh G900 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh G900 Gallery and Sony H400 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh G900 over the Sony H400
G900 | H400 | |||
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Announced | February 2018 | ![]() | February 2014 | Fresher by 49 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+580k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony H400 over the Ricoh G900
H400 | G900 |
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Common features in the Ricoh G900 and Sony H400
G900 | H400 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Ricoh G900 vs Sony H400 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and volume. The Ricoh G900 enjoys outside dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sony H400 has sizing of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") accompanied by a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).
Compare the Ricoh G900 and Sony H400 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the G900 and the H400.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the G900 and H400 is 89 and 62 respectively.

Ricoh G900 vs Sony H400 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by reading technical specs. The visual here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G900 and H400.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution and you should expect similar quality of pictures however you need to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The newer G900 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

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Ricoh G900 vs Sony H400 Specifications
Ricoh G900 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Sony |
Model type | Ricoh G900 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2018-02-21 | 2014-02-13 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz(R) |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 5152 x 3864 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-1550mm (62.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.4-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 201 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) | 8.80 m |
Flash settings | Flash on, flash off | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840x2160 | 1280 X 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Supports FlashAir SD cards | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | DB-110 lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 247g (0.54 lb) | 628g (1.38 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 130 x 95 x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") |
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 pictures | 300 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (Off, 10 sec, 2 sec, portrait1, portrait2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $752 | $268 |