Canon SX510 HS vs Ricoh G700SE

The following is a extended analysis of the Canon SX510 HS and Ricoh G700SE, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the SX510 HS (12MP) and the G700SE (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX510 HS was launched 2 years after the G700SE which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SX510 HS matches up against the G700SE when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX510 HS and Ricoh G700SE. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX510 HS Gallery and Ricoh G700SE Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX510 HS has physical dimensions of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Ricoh G700SE has dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX510 HS and Ricoh G700SE in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the SX510 HS vs the G700SE.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SX510 HS and G700SE is 80 and 88 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specs. The picture below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX510 HS and G700SE.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP and you should expect similar quality of pictures though you will need to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The newer SX510 HS will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.