Ricoh G900 vs Sony W710

On this page, we are analyzing the Ricoh G900 versus Sony W710, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Ricoh and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the G900 (20MP) and W710 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The G900 was revealed 5 years after the W710 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a simple overview of how the G900 scores against the W710 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh G900 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The full galleries are available at Ricoh G900 Gallery and Sony W710 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh G900 has got outside dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sony W710 has dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Check the Ricoh G900 versus Sony W710 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the G900 against the W710.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the G900 and W710 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading specs. The pic here will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the G900 and W710.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Ricoh G900 to deliver greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern G900 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.