Ricoh G700SE vs Sony NEX-7

Below, we are comparing the Ricoh G700SE vs Sony NEX-7, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the G700SE (12MP) and NEX-7 (24MP) and the G700SE (1/2.3") and NEX-7 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The G700SE was unveiled 14 months prior to the NEX-7 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the G700SE grades against the NEX-7 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh G700SE and Sony Alpha NEX-7. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh G700SE Gallery and Sony NEX-7 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera, you should think about its weight and volume. The Ricoh G700SE features outer 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 NEX-7 has sizing of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs).

Check out the Ricoh G700SE vs Sony NEX-7 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the G700SE compared to the NEX-7.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the G700SE and NEX-7 is 88 and 84 respectively.

Generally, its hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions merely by seeing technical specs. The picture underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the G700SE and NEX-7.

As you can tell, the two cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G700SE having a smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh more challenging and the Sony NEX-7 will provide greater detail having an extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged G700SE will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.