Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A7c

Below, we will be evaluating the Ricoh G700SE and Sony A7c, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the G700SE (12MP) and A7c (24MP) and the G700SE (1/2.3") and A7c (Full frame) enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The G700SE was brought out 11 years before the A7c which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Sony A7c being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the G700SE grades vs the A7c for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh G700SE & Sony Alpha A7c. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh G700SE Gallery & Sony A7c Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Ricoh G700SE enjoys outside 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 Sony A7c has measurements of 124mm x 71mm x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") along with a weight of 509 grams (1.12 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh G700SE and Sony A7c in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view scale comparison of the G700SE vs the A7c.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G700SE and A7c is 88 and 78 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes purely by going over a spec sheet. The picture here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G700SE and A7c.

As you can see, each of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G700SE because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Sony A7c will deliver greater detail having its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged G700SE is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.