Ricoh G900 vs Sony TX20
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Ricoh G900 vs Sony TX20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 247g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
- Launched February 2018
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 133g - 96 x 56 x 18mm
- Announced February 2012
Ricoh G900 vs Sony TX20 Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Ricoh G900 versus Sony TX20, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Ricoh and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the G900 (20MP) and TX20 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe G900 was introduced 6 years later than the TX20 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Ricoh G900 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX20 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the G900 matches up vs the TX20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Ricoh G900 vs Sony TX20 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh G900 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh G900 Gallery and Sony TX20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh G900 over the Sony TX20
G900 | TX20 | |||
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Announced | February 2018 | February 2012 | Fresher by 73 months | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 922k | Crisper screen (+118k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony TX20 over the Ricoh G900
TX20 | G900 | |||
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Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh G900 and Sony TX20
G900 | TX20 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Ricoh G900 vs Sony TX20 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Ricoh G900 offers physical 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 TX20 has measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Compare the Ricoh G900 versus Sony TX20 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the G900 versus the TX20.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G900 and TX20 is 89 and 96 respectively.
Ricoh G900 vs Sony TX20 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by going through a spec sheet. The graphic below will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the G900 and TX20.
Clearly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Ricoh G900 to provide more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The newer G900 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Ricoh G900 vs Sony TX20 Specifications
Ricoh G900 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Sony |
Model type | Ricoh G900 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 |
Class | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2018-02-21 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 1,040k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) | 3.70 m |
Flash options | Flash on, flash off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840x2160 | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Supports FlashAir SD cards | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | DB-110 lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 247g (0.54 lb) | 133g (0.29 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 96 x 56 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 photographs | 250 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $752 | $330 |