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Ricoh G700SE vs Sigma SD1

Portability
88
Imaging
35
Features
29
Overall
32
Ricoh G700SE front
 
Sigma SD1 front
Portability
77
Imaging
55
Features
43
Overall
50

Ricoh G700SE vs Sigma SD1 Key Specs

Ricoh G700SE
(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
  • Launched October 2010
Sigma SD1
(Full Review)
  • 15MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • No Video
  • Sigma SA Mount
  • n/ag - 146 x 113 x 80mm
  • Released September 2010
  • Newer Model is Sigma SD1 Merrill
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Ricoh G700SE vs Sigma SD1 Overview

Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Ricoh G700SE vs Sigma SD1, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Ricoh and Sigma. The resolution of the G700SE (12MP) and the SD1 (15MP) is relatively similar but the G700SE (1/2.3") and SD1 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The G700SE was unveiled within a month of the SD1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Sigma SD1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the G700SE matches up versus the SD1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Sigma SD1

 G700SE SD1 
Screen resolution920k460kSharper screen (+460k dot)

Reasons to pick Sigma SD1 over the Ricoh G700SE

 SD1 G700SE 

Common features in the Ricoh G700SE and Sigma SD1

 G700SE SD1 
ReleasedOctober 2010September 2010Similar generation
Manually focus Very exact focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen measurement
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither features Touch friendly screen

Ricoh G700SE vs Sigma SD1 Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to carry your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Ricoh G700SE enjoys exterior dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs) while the Sigma SD1 has proportions of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh G700SE vs Sigma SD1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the G700SE vs the SD1.

Ricoh G700SE vs Sigma SD1 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the G700SE and SD1 is 88 and 77 respectively.

Ricoh G700SE vs Sigma SD1 top view buttons comparison

Ricoh G700SE vs Sigma SD1 Sensor Comparison

Generally, its hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the G700SE and SD1.

As you can see, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G700SE using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF more challenging and the Sigma SD1 will offer you greater detail having an extra 3MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively.

Ricoh G700SE vs Sigma SD1 sensor size comparison

Ricoh G700SE vs Sigma SD1 Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh G700SE vs Sigma SD1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Portrait photography features
Sigma SD1 Portrait photography features
29
you can focus manually
lack of manual mode
low resolution sensor (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
65
manual focus
good MP (15MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports RAW files
no liveview feature
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Street Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Street photography information
Sigma SD1 Street photography information
51
weather sealing
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
heavier than others (307 grams)
62
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports RAW files
environment sealing
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
maximum ISO low (0)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Ricoh G700SE
Sports photography with Sigma SD1
25
weather sealing
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
56
good MP (15MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
environment sealing
comes with phase detect autofocus
no liveview feature
painfully slow continuous shooting (5.0 frames per second)
no image stabilization
Photography Glossary

Travel Comparison

Ricoh G700SE as a Travel photography camera
Sigma SD1 as a Travel photography camera
59
weather sealing
has built in flash
rather wide (28mm)
heavier than others (307g)
low resolution sensor (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
65
environment sealing
good MP (15 megapixels)
built-in flash
no Timelapse mode
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Landscape photography advice
Sigma SD1 Landscape photography advice
40
you can focus manually
rather wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
weather sealing
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
lack of manual mode
does not have image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
61
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Sigma SA mount)
screen size is good (3 inch)
good MP (15 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports RAW files
environment sealing
no liveview feature
no image stabilization
maximum ISO low (0)
no Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Vlogging info
Sigma SD1 Vlogging info
23
rather wide (28mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 pixels)
no mic socket
heavier than others (307g)
9
can't shoot video
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Ricoh G700SE vs Sigma SD1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh G700SE and Sigma SD1
 Ricoh G700SESigma SD1
General Information
Make Ricoh Sigma
Model Ricoh G700SE Sigma SD1
Type Waterproof Advanced DSLR
Launched 2010-10-13 2010-09-21
Body design Compact Mid-size SLR
Sensor Information
Powered by - Dual True II
Sensor type CCD CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 24 x 16mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 384.0mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 15MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 -
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4800 x 3200
Maximum native ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 64 -
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points - 11
Cross focus points - 2
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens Sigma SA
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) -
Maximum aperture f/3.5-5.5 -
Macro focus distance 1cm -
Number of lenses - 76
Focal length multiplier 5.8 1.5
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 920 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage - 96%
Viewfinder magnification - 0.64x
Features
Min shutter speed 8s 15s
Max shutter speed 1/1500s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter speed - 5.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 10.00 m (Auto ISO) -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync -
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480, 320 x 240 -
Maximum video resolution 640x480 None
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 Optional None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 307g (0.68 pounds) -
Dimensions 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") 146 x 113 x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery model DB-60 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC, Internal Compact Flash (Type I, UDMA compatible)
Storage slots Single Single
Retail pricing $0 $2,339