Ricoh G700SE vs Sony H400
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Ricoh G700SE vs Sony H400 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 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
- Revealed October 2010
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-1550mm (F3.4-6.5) lens
- 628g - 130 x 95 x 122mm
- Revealed February 2014
Ricoh G700SE vs Sony H400 Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Ricoh G700SE vs Sony H400, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Ricoh and Sony. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the G700SE (12MP) and H400 (20MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe G700SE was brought out 4 years earlier than the H400 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a quick view of how the G700SE scores vs the H400 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Ricoh G700SE vs Sony H400 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh G700SE & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh G700SE Gallery & Sony H400 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Sony H400
G700SE | H400 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 920k | 460k | Sharper screen (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony H400 over the Ricoh G700SE
H400 | G700SE | |||
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Revealed | February 2014 | October 2010 | More modern by 40 months |
Common features in the Ricoh G700SE and Sony H400
G700SE | H400 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen size | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh G700SE vs Sony H400 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and size. The Ricoh G700SE has outer dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs) while the Sony H400 has specifications of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") having a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).
Take a look at the Ricoh G700SE vs Sony H400 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the G700SE and the H400.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G700SE and H400 is 88 and 62 respectively.
Ricoh G700SE vs Sony H400 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out a spec sheet. The image below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the G700SE and H400.
Clearly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Sony H400 to provide greater detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged G700SE will be behind in sensor innovation.
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Ricoh G700SE vs Sony H400 Specifications
Ricoh G700SE | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Ricoh | Sony |
Model type | Ricoh G700SE | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-10-13 | 2014-02-13 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz(R) |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5152 x 3864 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-1550mm (62.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.4-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 920k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 201k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt 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 |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure 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 |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone 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 | 307g (0.68 lbs) | 628g (1.38 lbs) |
Physical 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 All around 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 | - | 300 photographs |
Battery type | - | 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 |
Cost at launch | $0 | $268 |