Ricoh G700SE vs Sigma SD9

Below, we will be contrasting the Ricoh G700SE versus Sigma SD9, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by companies Ricoh and Sigma. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the G700SE (12MP) and SD9 (3MP) and the G700SE (1/2.3") and SD9 (APS-C) come with different sensor sizes.

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The G700SE was unveiled 7 years later than the SD9 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Sigma SD9 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the G700SE scores against the SD9 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh G700SE and Sigma SD9. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh G700SE Gallery and Sigma SD9 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera, you have to consider its weight and size. The Ricoh G700SE offers physical measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD9 has specifications of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh G700SE versus Sigma SD9 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the G700SE and the SD9.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G700SE and SD9 is 88 and 54 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by seeing specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the G700SE and SD9.

All in all, the two cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G700SE with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF more challenging and the Ricoh G700SE will show more detail having an extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The newer G700SE provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.