Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A7

On this page, we are contrasting the Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A7, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Ricoh and Sony. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the G700SE (12MP) and A7 (24MP) and the G700SE (1/2.3") and A7 (Full frame) boast different sensor size.

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The G700SE was brought out 4 years prior to the A7 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Sony A7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the G700SE matches up against the A7 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh G700SE and Sony Alpha A7. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh G700SE Gallery and Sony A7 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Ricoh G700SE features physical dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs) while the Sony A7 has proportions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") and a weight of 474 grams (1.04 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the G700SE against the A7.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G700SE and A7 is 88 and 78 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at a spec sheet. The pic underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G700SE and A7.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G700SE because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony A7 will resolve extra detail having its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged G700SE is going to be behind in sensor innovation.