Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A900
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Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A900 Key Specs
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- 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
- Launched October 2010
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- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 895g - 156 x 117 x 82mm
- Introduced October 2008
- Replacement is Sony A99
Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A900 Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A900, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Ricoh and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the G700SE (12MP) and A900 (25MP) and the G700SE (1/2.3") and A900 (Full frame) have totally different sensor measurements.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe G700SE was revealed 2 years after the A900 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Sony A900 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the G700SE grades vs the A900 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A900 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh G700SE and Sony Alpha DSLR-A900. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh G700SE Gallery and Sony A900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Sony A900
G700SE | A900 | |||
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Introduced | October 2010 | October 2008 | More modern by 25 months |
Reasons to pick Sony A900 over the Ricoh G700SE
A900 | G700SE | |||
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Screen resolution | 922k | 920k | Clearer screen (+2k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh G700SE and Sony A900
G700SE | A900 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A900 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Ricoh G700SE has outer 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 A900 has specifications of 156mm x 117mm x 82mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 3.2") and a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs).
Analyze the Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A900 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the G700SE and the A900.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G700SE and A900 is 88 and 54 respectively.
Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A900 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specs. The pic below may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the G700SE and A900.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G700SE using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony A900 will offer you greater detail because of its extra 13 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The fresher G700SE is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.
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Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A900 Specifications
Ricoh G700SE | Sony Alpha DSLR-A900 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Sony |
Model type | Ricoh G700SE | Sony Alpha DSLR-A900 |
Category | Waterproof | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2010-10-13 | 2008-10-22 |
Body design | Compact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 25 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 6048 x 4032 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 920k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Xtra Fine color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.74x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | - |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | None |
Mic 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 307g (0.68 lbs) | 895g (1.97 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 156 x 117 x 82mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 79 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1431 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 880 photos |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | DB-60 | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | Compact Flash (Type I or II), Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, UDMA Mode 5, Supports FAT12 / FAT16 / FAT32 |
Storage slots | Single | Dual |
Pricing at launch | $0 | $2,736 |