Ricoh G700SE vs Sony HX350
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Ricoh G700SE vs Sony HX350 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
- Released October 2010
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Push to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.8-6.3) lens
- 652g - 130 x 93 x 103mm
- Revealed December 2016

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony HX350 Overview
In this article, we will be evaluating the Ricoh G700SE versus Sony HX350, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the G700SE (12MP) and HX350 (20MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The G700SE was revealed 7 years earlier than the HX350 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Sony HX350 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the G700SE matches up versus the HX350 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony HX350 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh G700SE and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh G700SE Gallery and Sony HX350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Sony HX350
G700SE | HX350 |
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Reasons to pick Sony HX350 over the Ricoh G700SE
HX350 | G700SE | |||
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Revealed | December 2016 | ![]() | October 2010 | More modern by 75 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 920k | Crisper screen (+2k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh G700SE and Sony HX350
G700SE | HX350 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
Ricoh G700SE vs Sony HX350 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Ricoh G700SE provides physical 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 HX350 has measurements of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") with a weight of 652 grams (1.44 lbs).
Contrast the Ricoh G700SE versus Sony HX350 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the G700SE vs the HX350.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G700SE and HX350 is 88 and 62 respectively.

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony HX350 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by looking through specifications. The pic below should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the G700SE and HX350.
To sum up, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony HX350 to result in greater detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged G700SE will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony HX350 Screen and ViewFinder


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Ricoh G700SE vs Sony HX350 Specifications
Ricoh G700SE | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Ricoh | Sony |
Model type | Ricoh G700SE | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-10-13 | 2016-12-20 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ X |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5184 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-1200mm (50.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/2.8-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 920k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 202k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) | 8.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync | Off, auto, fill, slow sync, advanced, rear sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
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 |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
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) | 652 gr (1.44 pounds) |
Dimensions | 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 130 x 93 x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") |
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 | - | 300 photos |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | DB-60 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $0 | - |