Ricoh G900 vs Sony TX66

Lets look much closer at the Ricoh G900 versus Sony TX66, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the G900 (20MP) and the TX66 (18MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The G900 was announced 6 years after the TX66 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh G900 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX66 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the G900 matches up against the TX66 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh G900 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh G900 Gallery and Sony TX66 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. 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) and the Sony TX66 has dimensions of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") with a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the G900 vs the TX66.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G900 and TX66 is 89 and 97 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions only by seeing specifications. The pic underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the G900 and TX66.

Plainly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Ricoh G900 to produce greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The fresher G900 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.