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Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A390

Portability
88
Imaging
35
Features
29
Overall
32
Ricoh G700SE front
 
Sony Alpha DSLR-A390 front
Portability
66
Imaging
54
Features
54
Overall
54

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A390 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
  • Launched October 2010
Sony A390
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.7" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • No Video
  • Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
  • 549g - 128 x 97 x 86mm
  • Announced July 2010
  • Earlier Model is Sony A380
Photography Glossary

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A390 Overview

Below is a extensive analysis of the Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A390, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the G700SE (12MP) and the A390 (14MP) is fairly similar but the G700SE (1/2.3") and A390 (APS-C) use different sensor size.

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The G700SE was launched 3 months later than the A390 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Sony A390 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the G700SE scores versus the A390 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Sony A390

 G700SE A390 
Display dimension3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution920k230kCrisper display (+690k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony A390 over the Ricoh G700SE

 A390 G700SE 
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display

Common features in the Ricoh G700SE and Sony A390

 G700SE A390 
AnnouncedOctober 2010July 2010Similar age
Manually focus Very precise focusing
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch display Lack of Touch display

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A390 Physical Comparison

In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Ricoh G700SE has physical dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs) whilst the Sony A390 has specifications of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") with a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs).

See the Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A390 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the G700SE vs the A390.

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A390 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the G700SE and A390 is 88 and 66 respectively.

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A390 top view buttons comparison

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A390 Sensor Comparison

Often, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor measurements only by going over specifications. The visual below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the G700SE and A390.

Plainly, both of those cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The G700SE because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF trickier and the Sony A390 will offer more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics much more aggressively.

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A390 sensor size comparison

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A390 Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A390 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Ricoh G700SE
Portrait photography with Sony A390
29
you can focus manually
no manual control
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
72
manual focus
decent megapixels (14MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
comes with face detection autofocus
delivers RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Street photography details
Sony A390 Street photography details
51
environment proof
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
more heavy than average in class (307 grams)
76
screen tilts
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
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Sports Comparison

Ricoh G700SE as a Sports photography camera
Sony A390 as a Sports photography camera
25
environment proof
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
60
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports phase detect autofocus
low frames per second (3.0 frames per second)
terrible battery life (230 CIPA)
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Travel Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Travel photography information
Sony A390 Travel photography information
59
environment proof
built-in flash
really wide (28mm)
more heavy than average in class (307g)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
53
decent megapixels (14MP)
built-in flash
doesn't have Timelapse recording
terrible battery life (230 shots)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Landscape photography information
Sony A390 Landscape photography information
40
you can focus manually
really wide (28mm)
screen size is decent (3")
environment proof
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
61
manual focus
swap lenses (Sony/Minolta Alpha mount)
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
tiny screen (2.7")
terrible battery life (230 per charge)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Vlogging details
Sony A390 Vlogging details
23
really wide (28mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 resolution)
doesn't have external microphone support
more heavy than average in class (307g)
9
can't record video
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Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A390 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh G700SE and Sony A390
 Ricoh G700SESony Alpha DSLR-A390
General Information
Company Ricoh Sony
Model type Ricoh G700SE Sony Alpha DSLR-A390
Class Waterproof Entry-Level DSLR
Launched 2010-10-13 2010-07-28
Physical type Compact Compact SLR
Sensor Information
Powered by - Bionz
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 4592 x 3056
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 64 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens Sony/Minolta Alpha
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) -
Maximum aperture f/3.5-5.5 -
Macro focusing distance 1cm -
Number of lenses - 143
Crop factor 5.8 1.5
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Tilting
Screen sizing 3" 2.7"
Screen resolution 920k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder coverage - 95 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.49x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 seconds 30 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/1500 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate - 3.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 10.00 m (Auto ISO) 10.00 m (at ISO 100)
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize - 1/160 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480, 320 x 240 -
Highest video resolution 640x480 None
Microphone support
Headphone support
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 sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 307 grams (0.68 lbs) 549 grams (1.21 lbs)
Dimensions 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") 128 x 97 x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 66
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 22.5
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 11.5
DXO Low light rating not tested 607
Other
Battery life - 230 images
Form 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
Storage type SD/SDHC, Internal SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo
Card slots One One
Cost at release $0 $500