Ricoh G700SE vs Sigma DP1x
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Ricoh G700SE vs Sigma DP1x Key Specs
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- 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
- Launched October 2010
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- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 28mm (F4.0) lens
- 250g - 113 x 60 x 50mm
- Announced February 2010
- Replaced the Sigma DP1s
Ricoh G700SE vs Sigma DP1x Overview
Here, we are looking at the Ricoh G700SE versus Sigma DP1x, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Ricoh and Sigma. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the G700SE (12MP) and DP1x (5MP) and the G700SE (1/2.3") and DP1x (APS-C) posses different sensor dimensions.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe G700SE was brought out 8 months later than the DP1x which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick overview of how the G700SE grades against the DP1x in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Ricoh G700SE vs Sigma DP1x Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh G700SE and Sigma DP1x. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh G700SE Gallery and Sigma DP1x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Sigma DP1x
G700SE | DP1x | |||
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Announced | October 2010 | February 2010 | More recent by 8 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Crisper display (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP1x over the Ricoh G700SE
DP1x | G700SE |
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Common features in the Ricoh G700SE and Sigma DP1x
G700SE | DP1x | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither has Touch display |
Ricoh G700SE vs Sigma DP1x Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Ricoh G700SE has external measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Sigma DP1x has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Look at the Ricoh G700SE versus Sigma DP1x in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the G700SE against the DP1x.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G700SE and DP1x is 88 and 88 respectively.
Ricoh G700SE vs Sigma DP1x Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor measurements purely by reviewing technical specs. The visual below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the G700SE and DP1x.
As you can tell, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G700SE featuring a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Ricoh G700SE will deliver more detail having its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The younger G700SE provides an advantage in sensor technology.
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Ricoh G700SE vs Sigma DP1x Specifications
Ricoh G700SE | Sigma DP1x | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Sigma |
Model type | Ricoh G700SE | Sigma DP1x |
Type | Waterproof | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-10-13 | 2010-02-20 |
Body design | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | True II |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 5MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 2640 x 1760 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28mm (1x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/4.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Display resolution | 920k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 320 x 240 |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 320x240 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 307 grams (0.68 lbs) | 250 grams (0.55 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 113 x 60 x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") |
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 ID | DB-60 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/MMC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $0 | $574 |