Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Ricoh G900 and Fujifilm S8500 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Ricoh G900 has external dimensions of 118 x 66 x 33 mm (4.65 x 2.6 x 1.3″) and weighs 247 g (0.54 lb / 8.71 oz) (including batteries). Fujifilm S8500 has external dimensions of and weighs 670 g (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Ricoh G900 and the Fujifilm S8500. Ricoh G900 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 5mm narrower, 21mm shorter and 83mm thinner than Fujifilm S8500.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Ricoh G900 and Fujifilm S8500.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Ricoh G900 and Fujifilm S8500.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Ricoh G900 is significantly lighter (423g ) than the Fujifilm S8500 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the G900, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the S8500.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Ricoh G900 and Fujifilm S8500's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.