Ricoh G900 vs Sony W800
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Ricoh G900 vs Sony W800 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
- Introduced February 2018
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.4) lens
- 125g - 97 x 55 x 21mm
- Revealed February 2014

Ricoh G900 vs Sony W800 Overview
Below is a extended comparison of the Ricoh G900 vs Sony W800, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the G900 (20MP) and the W800 (20MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The G900 was introduced 4 years later than the W800 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the G900 matches up vs the W800 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Ricoh G900 vs Sony W800 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh G900 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh G900 Gallery and Sony W800 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh G900 over the Sony W800
G900 | W800 | |||
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Revealed | February 2018 | ![]() | February 2014 | More recent by 49 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+810k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W800 over the Ricoh G900
W800 | G900 |
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Common features in the Ricoh G900 and Sony W800
G900 | W800 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Ricoh G900 vs Sony W800 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh G900 features physical dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Sony W800 has dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
See the Ricoh G900 vs Sony W800 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the G900 compared to the W800.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the G900 and W800 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Ricoh G900 vs Sony W800 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading technical specs. The visual below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the G900 and W800.
As you have seen, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photos but you really should consider the release date of the products into consideration. The newer G900 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

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Ricoh G900 vs Sony W800 Specifications
Ricoh G900 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Ricoh | Sony |
Model type | Ricoh G900 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2018-02-21 | 2014-02-13 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 5152 x 3864 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.2-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Flash on, flash off | Auto / Flash On / Slow Synchro / Flash Off / Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840x2160 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVI MPEG4 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Supports FlashAir SD cards | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | DB-110 lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 247g (0.54 pounds) | 125g (0.28 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 97 x 55 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $752 | $90 |