Ricoh G900 vs Sony A68

Here, we will be comparing the Ricoh G900 vs Sony A68, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the G900 (20MP) and the A68 (24MP) is relatively well matched but the G900 (1/2.3") and A68 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The G900 was unveiled 2 years later than the A68 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh G900 being a Compact camera and the Sony A68 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the G900 grades against the A68 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh G900 and Sony SLT-A68. The full galleries are available at Ricoh G900 Gallery and Sony A68 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh G900 has got exterior measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sony A68 has dimensions of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") along with a weight of 610 grams (1.34 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the G900 versus the A68.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G900 and A68 is 89 and 64 respectively.

Typically, its hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the G900 and A68.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G900 using its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Sony A68 will give you more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger G900 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.