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Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A380

Portability
88
Imaging
35
Features
29
Overall
32
Ricoh G700SE front
 
Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 front
Portability
68
Imaging
53
Features
54
Overall
53

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A380 Key Specs

Ricoh G700SE
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 307g - 117 x 68 x 32mm
  • Introduced October 2010
Sony A380
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.7" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • No Video
  • Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
  • 519g - 128 x 97 x 71mm
  • Launched August 2009
  • Earlier Model is Sony A350
  • Refreshed by Sony A390
Photography Glossary

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A380 Overview

On this page, we are comparing the Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A380, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the G700SE (12MP) and the A380 (14MP) is fairly comparable but the G700SE (1/2.3") and A380 (APS-C) have totally different sensor measurements.

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The G700SE was brought out 14 months later than the A380 making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have different body design with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Sony A380 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the G700SE grades versus the A380 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Sony A380

 G700SE A380 
LaunchedOctober 2010August 2009More recent by 14 months
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution920k230kClearer display (+690k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony A380 over the Ricoh G700SE

 A380 G700SE 
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display

Common features in the Ricoh G700SE and Sony A380

 G700SE A380 
Manually focus Dial exact focusing
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch display No Touch display

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A380 Physical Comparison

In case you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Ricoh G700SE features exterior 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) and the Sony A380 has specifications of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 519 grams (1.14 lbs).

Check the Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A380 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the G700SE and the A380.

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A380 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the G700SE and A380 is 88 and 68 respectively.

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A380 top view buttons comparison

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A380 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very tough to envision the gap in sensor measurements just by checking out technical specs. The graphic below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the G700SE and A380.

As you have seen, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The G700SE featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh tougher and the Sony A380 will produce greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The newer G700SE is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A380 sensor size comparison

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A380 Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A380 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Portrait photography factors
Sony A380 Portrait photography factors
29
has manual focus
manual exposure not possible
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
71
has manual focus
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
features face detect autofocus
exports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Street photography factors
Sony A380 Street photography factors
51
weather proof
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
heavier than others (307g)
76
screen tilts
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
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Sports Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Sports photography details
Sony A380 Sports photography details
25
weather proof
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
59
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
comes with phase detect autofocus
low fps (3.0 fps)
not so great battery power (500 CIPA)
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Ricoh G700SE
Travel photography with Sony A380
59
weather proof
built-in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
heavier than others (307 grams)
low resolution sensor (12MP)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
53
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
flash built-in
no Timelapse recording
not so great battery power (500 shots)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Landscape photography information
Sony A380 Landscape photography information
40
has manual focus
pretty wide (28mm)
screen size is decent (3")
weather proof
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
manual exposure not possible
lack of image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
61
has manual focus
swap lenses (Sony/Minolta Alpha mount)
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
small screen (2.7")
not so great battery power (500 CIPA)
no Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh G700SE as a Vlogging camera
Sony A380 as a Vlogging camera
23
pretty wide (28mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 pixels)
doesn't have external mic jack
heavier than others (307 grams)
9
no video shooting
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Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A380 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh G700SE and Sony A380
 Ricoh G700SESony Alpha DSLR-A380
General Information
Brand Ricoh Sony
Model type Ricoh G700SE Sony Alpha DSLR-A380
Type Waterproof Entry-Level DSLR
Introduced 2010-10-13 2009-08-24
Body design Compact Compact SLR
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Bionz
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 23.6 x 15.8mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 372.9mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 4592 x 3056
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 64 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens Sony/Minolta Alpha
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) -
Max aperture f/3.5-5.5 -
Macro focusing range 1cm -
Total lenses - 143
Crop factor 5.8 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Tilting
Screen sizing 3" 2.7"
Resolution of screen 920k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder coverage - 95 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.49x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 secs 30 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/1500 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shooting speed - 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 10.00 m (Auto ISO) 10.00 m (at ISO 100)
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Highest flash sync - 1/160 secs
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480, 320 x 240 -
Max video resolution 640x480 None
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 307 gr (0.68 lb) 519 gr (1.14 lb)
Physical dimensions 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") 128 x 97 x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 67
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 22.6
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 11.8
DXO Low light rating not tested 614
Other
Battery life - 500 shots
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID DB-60 NP-FH50
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo
Storage slots 1 1
Pricing at launch $0 $899