Canon SD980 IS vs Ricoh G700SE
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Canon SD980 IS vs Ricoh G700SE Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 150g - 100 x 53 x 23mm
- Revealed August 2009
- Also Known as Digital IXUS 200 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 307g - 117 x 68 x 32mm
- Revealed October 2010
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The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Canon SD980 IS vs Ricoh G700SE, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Ricoh. The resolution of the SD980 IS (12MP) and the G700SE (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe SD980 IS was manufactured 14 months earlier than the G700SE making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a full comparison, here is a concise view of how the SD980 IS grades against the G700SE in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD980 IS and Ricoh G700SE. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SD980 IS Gallery and Ricoh G700SE Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD980 IS over the Ricoh G700SE
| SD980 IS | G700SE | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Canon SD980 IS
| G700SE | SD980 IS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | October 2010 | August 2009 | Newer by 14 months | |
| Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
| Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Crisper display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SD980 IS and Ricoh G700SE
| SD980 IS | G700SE | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
| Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display size | |
| Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Canon SD980 IS vs Ricoh G700SE Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Canon SD980 IS comes with physical measurements of 100mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Ricoh G700SE has specifications of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).
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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SD980 IS against the G700SE.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SD980 IS and G700SE is 95 and 88 respectively.
Canon SD980 IS vs Ricoh G700SE Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions simply by checking out a spec sheet. The image underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SD980 IS and G700SE.
Clearly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of files however you should always consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged SD980 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Canon SD980 IS vs Ricoh G700SE Specifications
| Canon PowerShot SD980 IS | Ricoh G700SE | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Canon | Ricoh |
| Model type | Canon PowerShot SD980 IS | Ricoh G700SE |
| Also referred to as | Digital IXUS 200 IS | - |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
| Revealed | 2009-08-19 | 2010-10-13 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Digic 4 | - |
| 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 64 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
| Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/3000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.50 m | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video format | H.264 | - |
| 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 proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 150g (0.33 lbs) | 307g (0.68 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 100 x 53 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") |
| 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 ID | NB-6L | DB-60 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Retail pricing | - | $0 |