Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A330

Let's take a closer look at the Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A330, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the G700SE (12MP) and the A330 (10MP) is pretty well matched but the G700SE (1/2.3") and A330 (APS-C) use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The G700SE was revealed 18 months later than the A330 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Sony A330 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the G700SE matches up versus the A330 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh G700SE & Sony Alpha DSLR-A330. The full galleries are available at Ricoh G700SE Gallery & Sony A330 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Ricoh G700SE comes with external measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs) whilst the Sony A330 has sizing of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 529 grams (1.17 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A330 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the G700SE versus the A330.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G700SE and A330 is 88 and 67 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing just by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the G700SE and A330.

Clearly, the 2 cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G700SE using its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF harder and the Ricoh G700SE will resolve greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer G700SE is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.