Ricoh G700SE vs Sony HX20V
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Ricoh G700SE vs Sony HX20V 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
- Launched October 2010
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 254g - 107 x 62 x 35mm
- Launched July 2012
- Succeeded the Sony HX10V
- Refreshed by Sony HX30V
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Its time to look more closely at the Ricoh G700SE versus Sony HX20V, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Ricoh and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the G700SE (12MP) and HX20V (18MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe G700SE was announced 21 months earlier than the HX20V which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the G700SE matches up vs the HX20V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Photography Glossary Ricoh G700SE vs Sony HX20V Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh G700SE and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh G700SE Gallery and Sony HX20V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Sony HX20V
| G700SE | HX20V |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony HX20V over the Ricoh G700SE
| HX20V | G700SE | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | July 2012 |  | October 2010 | More recent by 21 months |
| Screen resolution | 922k |  | 920k | Clearer screen (+2k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh G700SE and Sony HX20V
| G700SE | HX20V | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial exact focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen size | 3" |  | 3" | Same screen sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh G700SE vs Sony HX20V Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Ricoh G700SE has outer measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs) whilst the Sony HX20V has specifications of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the G700SE vs the HX20V.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the G700SE and HX20V is 88 and 90 respectively.
Ricoh G700SE vs Sony HX20V Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements only by going through a spec sheet. The visual here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the G700SE and HX20V.
Clearly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony HX20V to produce greater detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older G700SE will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Ricoh G700SE vs Sony HX20V Specifications
| Ricoh G700SE | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Ricoh | Sony |
| Model type | Ricoh G700SE | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V |
| Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2010-10-13 | 2012-07-20 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | BIONZ |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4896 x 3672 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.2-5.8 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 920k dots | 922k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Display tech | - | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) | 7.10 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 307 gr (0.68 pounds) | 254 gr (0.56 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 107 x 62 x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
| 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 | - | 320 pictures |
| Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | DB-60 | NP-BG1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Pricing at release | $0 | $397 |