Ricoh G900 vs Zeiss ZX1

Below, we will be comparing the Ricoh G900 and Zeiss ZX1, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Ricoh and Zeiss. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the G900 (20MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the G900 (1/2.3") and ZX1 (Full frame) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The G900 was introduced 7 months earlier than the ZX1 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh G900 being a Compact camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the G900 scores vs the ZX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh G900 and Zeiss ZX1. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh G900 Gallery and Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh G900 provides 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) while the Zeiss ZX1 has dimensions of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh G900 and Zeiss ZX1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the G900 and the ZX1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the G900 and ZX1 is 89 and 67 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specifications. The image below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the G900 and ZX1.

Plainly, both of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G900 using its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh trickier and the Zeiss ZX1 will offer you extra detail using its extra 17 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged G900 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.