Ricoh G700SE vs Sony NEX-F3
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Ricoh G700SE vs Sony NEX-F3 Key Specs
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 307g - 117 x 68 x 32mm
- Released October 2010
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- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 314g - 117 x 67 x 42mm
- Released August 2012
- Earlier Model is Sony NEX-C3
- Successor is Sony NEX-3N
Ricoh G700SE vs Sony NEX-F3 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Ricoh G700SE versus Sony NEX-F3, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Ricoh and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the G700SE (12MP) and NEX-F3 (16MP) and the G700SE (1/2.3") and NEX-F3 (APS-C) offer different sensor sizes.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe G700SE was announced 22 months prior to the NEX-F3 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-F3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the G700SE matches up against the NEX-F3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Ricoh G700SE vs Sony NEX-F3 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh G700SE and Sony Alpha NEX-F3. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh G700SE Gallery and Sony NEX-F3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Sony NEX-F3
G700SE | NEX-F3 |
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Reasons to pick Sony NEX-F3 over the Ricoh G700SE
NEX-F3 | G700SE | |||
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Released | August 2012 | October 2010 | More recent by 22 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Ricoh G700SE and Sony NEX-F3
G700SE | NEX-F3 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 920k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Absent Touch screen |
Ricoh G700SE vs Sony NEX-F3 Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Ricoh G700SE features outside dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs) while the Sony NEX-F3 has sizing of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") along with a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs).
Examine the Ricoh G700SE versus Sony NEX-F3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the G700SE vs the NEX-F3.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the G700SE and NEX-F3 is 88 and 86 respectively.
Ricoh G700SE vs Sony NEX-F3 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements purely by checking specifications. The graphic here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the G700SE and NEX-F3.
To sum up, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G700SE with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF harder and the Sony NEX-F3 will resolve more detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The older G700SE is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Ricoh G700SE vs Sony NEX-F3 Specifications
Ricoh G700SE | Sony Alpha NEX-F3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Sony |
Model type | Ricoh G700SE | Sony Alpha NEX-F3 |
Category | Waterproof | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2010-10-13 | 2012-08-16 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4912 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 16000 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 200 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 121 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 920k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 6.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 307 gr (0.68 pounds) | 314 gr (0.69 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 117 x 67 x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 73 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1114 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 470 photos |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | DB-60 | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $0 | $470 |