Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A700

Below, we will be looking at the Ricoh G700SE and Sony A700, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the G700SE (12MP) and the A700 (12MP) is pretty close but the G700SE (1/2.3") and A700 (APS-C) feature different sensor dimensions.

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The G700SE was brought out 2 years later than the A700 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Sony A700 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the G700SE scores vs the A700 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh G700SE and Sony Alpha DSLR-A700. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh G700SE Gallery and Sony A700 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh G700SE comes with external 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 A700 has dimensions of 142mm x 105mm x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") with a weight of 768 grams (1.69 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the G700SE compared to the A700.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G700SE and A700 is 88 and 58 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing just by viewing specs. The photograph below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G700SE and A700.

All in all, both cameras posses the exact same megapixel count albeit different sensor sizing. The G700SE includes the smaller sensor which should make obtaining shallow depth of field tougher. The younger G700SE provides an edge in sensor innovation.