Canon SX260 HS vs Ricoh G700SE

Its time to look much closer at the Canon SX260 HS vs Ricoh G700SE, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the G700SE (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was launched 20 months later than the G700SE which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the SX260 HS matches up against the G700SE with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS and Ricoh G700SE. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX260 HS Gallery and Ricoh G700SE Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX260 HS provides outer measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Ricoh G700SE has proportions of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the SX260 HS versus the G700SE.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX260 HS and G700SE is 91 and 88 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing merely by seeing specs. The graphic below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX260 HS and G700SE.

All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you may want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher SX260 HS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.