Ricoh G700SE vs Sony HX30V

Below is a in-depth overview of the Ricoh G700SE and Sony HX30V, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Ricoh and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the G700SE (12MP) and HX30V (18MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The G700SE was released 16 months before the HX30V making them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the G700SE matches up against the HX30V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh G700SE & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh G700SE Gallery & Sony HX30V Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Ricoh G700SE provides exterior 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) whilst the Sony HX30V has measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh G700SE and Sony HX30V in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the G700SE compared to the HX30V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the G700SE and HX30V is 88 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements purely by viewing technical specs. The graphic underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the G700SE and HX30V.

As you have seen, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Sony HX30V to render greater detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The older G700SE will be behind in sensor tech.