Canon A800 vs Ricoh G700SE
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Canon A800 vs Ricoh G700SE Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-122mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 186g - 94 x 61 x 31mm
- Revealed January 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 307g - 117 x 68 x 32mm
- Launched October 2010

Canon A800 vs Ricoh G700SE Overview
In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Canon A800 and Ricoh G700SE, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the A800 (10MP) and the G700SE (12MP) is pretty similar and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The A800 was unveiled 3 months after the G700SE and they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the A800 matches up against the G700SE in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon A800 vs Ricoh G700SE Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A800 & Ricoh G700SE. The full galleries are available at Canon A800 Gallery & Ricoh G700SE Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A800 over the Ricoh G700SE
A800 | G700SE |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Canon A800
G700SE | A800 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 115k | Crisper screen (+805k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A800 and Ricoh G700SE
A800 | G700SE | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | October 2010 | Similar age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Canon A800 vs Ricoh G700SE Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon A800 offers exterior measurements of 94mm x 61mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Ricoh G700SE has measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).
Analyze the Canon A800 and Ricoh G700SE in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the A800 vs the G700SE.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the A800 and G700SE is 93 and 88 respectively.

Canon A800 vs Ricoh G700SE Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes purely by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the A800 and G700SE.
As you can see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Ricoh G700SE to offer extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively.

Canon A800 vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A800 vs Ricoh G700SE Specifications
Canon PowerShot A800 | Ricoh G700SE | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Ricoh |
Model | Canon PowerShot A800 | Ricoh G700SE |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2010-10-13 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 3 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-122mm (3.3x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.8 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 115 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 186 grams (0.41 pounds) | 307 grams (0.68 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 61 x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 shots | - |
Battery form | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | DB-60 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $90 | $0 |