Ricoh G700SE vs Sony NEX-3N

Its time to look a little more closely at the Ricoh G700SE and Sony NEX-3N, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Ricoh and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the G700SE (12MP) and NEX-3N (16MP) and the G700SE (1/2.3") and NEX-3N (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The G700SE was manufactured 3 years before the NEX-3N which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-3N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the G700SE scores against the NEX-3N in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh G700SE & Sony Alpha NEX-3N. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh G700SE Gallery & Sony NEX-3N Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Ricoh G700SE provides 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) and the Sony NEX-3N has proportions of 110mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh G700SE and Sony NEX-3N in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the G700SE and the NEX-3N.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the G700SE and NEX-3N is 88 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by checking specifications. The pic underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G700SE and NEX-3N.

Plainly, both cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G700SE because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF tougher and the Sony NEX-3N will give you extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged G700SE is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.