Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A450
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Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A450 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 307g - 117 x 68 x 32mm
- Released October 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 560g - 137 x 104 x 81mm
- Introduced January 2010

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A450 Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A450, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the G700SE (12MP) and the A450 (14MP) is very comparable but the G700SE (1/2.3") and A450 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor size.

The G700SE was announced 10 months after the A450 so they are of a similar age. The two cameras have different body design with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Sony A450 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the G700SE scores against the A450 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A450 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh G700SE & Sony Alpha DSLR-A450. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh G700SE Gallery & Sony A450 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Sony A450
G700SE | A450 | |||
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Introduced | October 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 10 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A450 over the Ricoh G700SE
A450 | G700SE |
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Common features in the Ricoh G700SE and Sony A450
G700SE | A450 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A450 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Ricoh G700SE has got exterior dimensions 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 A450 has sizing of 137mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).
Compare the Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A450 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the G700SE compared to the A450.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the G700SE and A450 is 88 and 65 respectively.

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A450 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes only by seeing a spec sheet. The picture here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the G700SE and A450.
Clearly, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G700SE having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Sony A450 will show extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images more aggressively. The more recent G700SE is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A450 Screen and ViewFinder


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Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A450 Specifications
Ricoh G700SE | Sony Alpha DSLR-A450 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Sony |
Model | Ricoh G700SE | Sony Alpha DSLR-A450 |
Type | Waterproof | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2010-10-13 | 2010-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing 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 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 920 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Clear Photo Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.53x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Fill, Rear Sync, Slow Sync, Wireless/ High Speed Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | - |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | None |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 307 grams (0.68 lb) | 560 grams (1.23 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 137 x 104 x 81mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 66 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.8 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 769 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 1050 shots |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | DB-60 | NP-FM500H |
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/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $0 | $1,241 |