Ricoh G700SE vs Sony H300
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Ricoh G700SE vs Sony H300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 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
- Introduced October 2010
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-875mm (F3-5.9) lens
- 590g - 130 x 95 x 122mm
- Introduced February 2014

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony H300 Overview
Following is a extensive overview of the Ricoh G700SE and Sony H300, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Ricoh and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the G700SE (12MP) and H300 (20MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The G700SE was introduced 4 years earlier than the H300 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Sony H300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the G700SE scores versus the H300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony H300 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh G700SE and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh G700SE Gallery and Sony H300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Sony H300
G700SE | H300 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony H300 over the Ricoh G700SE
H300 | G700SE | |||
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Introduced | February 2014 | ![]() | October 2010 | More modern by 40 months |
Common features in the Ricoh G700SE and Sony H300
G700SE | H300 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Ricoh G700SE vs Sony H300 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Ricoh G700SE features external measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Sony H300 has measurements of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") and a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs).
Check the Ricoh G700SE and Sony H300 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the G700SE versus the H300.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the G700SE and H300 is 88 and 63 respectively.

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony H300 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by reviewing specs. The image here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the G700SE and H300.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony H300 to offer you extra detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged G700SE is going to be behind in sensor innovation.

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony H300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Ricoh G700SE vs Sony H300 Specifications
Ricoh G700SE | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Ricoh | Sony |
Model type | Ricoh G700SE | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-10-13 | 2014-02-13 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz(R) |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5152 x 3864 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-875mm (35.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 920 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 201 thousand dots |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) | 8.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 1280 x 720 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 307 gr (0.68 pounds) | 590 gr (1.30 pounds) |
Dimensions | 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 130 x 95 x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 350 photos |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | DB-60 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (Off, 10 sec, 2 sec, portrait1, portrait2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $0 | $249 |