Ricoh G900 vs Sony HX99

Let's look closer at the Ricoh G900 vs Sony HX99, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the G900 (20MP) and the HX99 (18MP) is pretty similar but the G900 (1/2.3") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) feature different sensor dimensions.

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The G900 was introduced 6 months earlier than the HX99 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summation of how the G900 grades vs the HX99 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh G900 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh G900 Gallery and Sony HX99 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Ricoh G900 features external 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 HX99 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") with a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).

See the Ricoh G900 vs Sony HX99 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the G900 versus the HX99.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G900 and HX99 is 89 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specs. The pic below might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G900 and HX99.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The G900 with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Ricoh G900 will offer greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs far more aggressively.