Ricoh G900 vs Sony HX9V

Let's look more closely at the Ricoh G900 vs Sony HX9V, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Ricoh and Sony. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the G900 (20MP) and HX9V (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The G900 was announced 6 years later than the HX9V and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the G900 scores against the HX9V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh G900 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh G900 Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Ricoh G900 features outside measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sony HX9V has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh G900 vs Sony HX9V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the G900 versus the HX9V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the G900 and HX9V is 89 and 91 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the G900 and HX9V.

Clearly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Ricoh G900 to offer greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The fresher G900 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.