Ricoh G900 vs Sony QX30

Following is a in depth review of the Ricoh G900 versus Sony QX30, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Lens-style by rivals Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the G900 (20MP) and the QX30 (20MP) is pretty close and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The G900 was announced 3 years after the QX30 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh G900 being a Compact camera and the Sony QX30 being a Lens-style camera.

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the G900 grades vs the QX30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh G900 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh G900 Gallery and Sony QX30 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Ricoh G900 comes with external measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sony QX30 has proportions of 68mm x 65mm x 58mm (2.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh G900 versus Sony QX30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the G900 against the QX30.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G900 and QX30 is 89 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes just by looking through specs. The image underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the G900 and QX30.

All in all, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you may want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The younger G900 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.