Ricoh G900 vs Sony RX100 IV

Let's look more closely at the Ricoh G900 versus Sony RX100 IV, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the G900 (20MP) and the RX100 IV (20MP) is relatively similar but the G900 (1/2.3") and RX100 IV (1") offer different sensor measurements.

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The G900 was launched 2 years after the RX100 IV which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh G900 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 IV being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick summary of how the G900 matches up against the RX100 IV in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh G900 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh G900 Gallery & Sony RX100 IV Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you have to 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) whilst the Sony RX100 IV has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh G900 versus Sony RX100 IV in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the G900 compared to the RX100 IV.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the G900 and RX100 IV is 89 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specs. The image below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the G900 and RX100 IV.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have the same MP albeit different sensor sizes. The G900 includes the tinier sensor which should make getting shallow DOF harder. The fresher G900 provides an edge in sensor technology.