Ricoh G900 vs Sony S2000

Following is a complete analysis of the Ricoh G900 vs Sony S2000, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Ricoh and Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the G900 (20MP) and S2000 (10MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The G900 was introduced 8 years after the S2000 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the G900 grades vs the S2000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh G900 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh G900 Gallery and Sony S2000 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh G900 offers outer measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sony S2000 has dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh G900 vs Sony S2000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the G900 vs the S2000.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the G900 and S2000 is 89 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes purely by seeing specifications. The picture underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the G900 and S2000.

To sum up, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Ricoh G900 to show more detail using its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The younger G900 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.