Ricoh G900 vs Sony RX10

In this write-up, we are looking at the Ricoh G900 and Sony RX10, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by brands Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the G900 (20MP) and the RX10 (20MP) is very similar but the G900 (1/2.3") and RX10 (1") use different sensor sizing.

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The G900 was launched 3 years later than the RX10 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh G900 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX10 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short summation of how the G900 matches up versus the RX10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh G900 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10. The complete galleries are available at Ricoh G900 Gallery and Sony RX10 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Ricoh G900 provides external measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Sony RX10 has measurements of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") along with a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the G900 compared to the RX10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G900 and RX10 is 89 and 58 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements purely by going over specifications. The graphic underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the G900 and RX10.

To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count but different sensor measurements. The G900 comes with the tinier sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower DOF more difficult. The younger G900 provides an edge in sensor tech.