Ricoh G900 vs Sony RX100 VII

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Ricoh G900 vs Sony RX100 VII, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the G900 (20MP) and the RX100 VII (20MP) is very similar but the G900 (1/2.3") and RX100 VII (1") offer different sensor sizing.

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The G900 was announced 17 months earlier than the RX100 VII making them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh G900 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 VII being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the G900 scores versus the RX100 VII with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh G900 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VII. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh G900 Gallery & Sony RX100 VII Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Ricoh G900 has got exterior 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 RX100 VII has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") having a weight of 302 grams (0.67 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh G900 vs Sony RX100 VII in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the G900 and the RX100 VII.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G900 and RX100 VII is 89 and 88 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by going over specifications. The pic underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the G900 and RX100 VII.

Plainly, the two cameras come with the identical megapixel count but different sensor dimensions. The G900 offers the tinier sensor which will make achieving shallower depth of field harder. The more aged G900 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.