Canon SX240 HS vs Ricoh G700SE
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Canon SX240 HS vs Ricoh G700SE Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.8) lens
- 224g - 106 x 61 x 33mm
- Launched February 2012
- Earlier Model is Canon SX230 HS
- Replacement is Canon SX260 HS
(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
Canon SX240 HS vs Ricoh G700SE Overview
Here is a in-depth comparison of the Canon SX240 HS and Ricoh G700SE, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the SX240 HS (12MP) and the G700SE (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe SX240 HS was announced 17 months later than the G700SE making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SX240 HS grades versus the G700SE in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon SX240 HS vs Ricoh G700SE Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Ricoh G700SE. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX240 HS Gallery and Ricoh G700SE Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX240 HS over the Ricoh G700SE
SX240 HS | G700SE | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | October 2010 | Fresher by 17 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Canon SX240 HS
G700SE | SX240 HS | |||
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Display resolution | 920k | 461k | Clearer display (+459k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX240 HS and Ricoh G700SE
SX240 HS | G700SE | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display size | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Canon SX240 HS vs Ricoh G700SE Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera, you have to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX240 HS features exterior measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Ricoh G700SE has specifications of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX240 HS and Ricoh G700SE in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the SX240 HS and the G700SE.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX240 HS and G700SE is 91 and 88 respectively.
Canon SX240 HS vs Ricoh G700SE Sensor Comparison
Usually, its difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading through specs. The graphic underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX240 HS and G700SE.
All in all, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photos but you may want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher SX240 HS is going to have an edge in sensor technology.
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Canon SX240 HS vs Ricoh G700SE Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX240 HS | Ricoh G700SE | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Ricoh |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX240 HS | Ricoh G700SE |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2012-02-07 | 2010-10-13 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 5 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-6.8 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 461k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, 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 | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | H.264 | - |
Mic 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 | 224g (0.49 lbs) | 307g (0.68 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 61 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | 230 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6L | DB-60 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $0 | $0 |