Ricoh G700SE vs Sigma SD15

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Ricoh G700SE vs Sigma SD15, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Ricoh and Sigma. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the G700SE (12MP) and SD15 (5MP) and the G700SE (1/2.3") and SD15 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The G700SE was brought out 8 months later than the SD15 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Sigma SD15 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a concise view of how the G700SE scores vs the SD15 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh G700SE and Sigma SD15. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh G700SE Gallery and Sigma SD15 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Ricoh G700SE comes with outer 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) while the Sigma SD15 has proportions of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") with a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the G700SE versus the SD15.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G700SE and SD15 is 88 and 59 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the G700SE and SD15.

As you can see, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The G700SE because of its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh tougher and the Ricoh G700SE will offer more detail having its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images a little more aggressively. The more recent G700SE will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.