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Ricoh G700SE vs Sony HX90V

Portability
88
Imaging
35
Features
29
Overall
32
Ricoh G700SE front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V front
Portability
91
Imaging
43
Features
63
Overall
51

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony HX90V Key Specs

Ricoh G700SE
(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
  • Announced October 2010
Sony HX90V
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 80 - 12800
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-720mm (F3.5-6.4) lens
  • 245g - 102 x 58 x 36mm
  • Launched April 2015
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Ricoh G700SE vs Sony HX90V Overview

On this page, we are reviewing the Ricoh G700SE vs Sony HX90V, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Ricoh and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the G700SE (12MP) and HX90V (18MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The G700SE was introduced 5 years prior to the HX90V which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the G700SE scores vs the HX90V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Photography Glossary
	
	

Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Sony HX90V

 G700SE HX90V 

Reasons to pick Sony HX90V over the Ricoh G700SE

 HX90V G700SE 
LaunchedApril 2015October 2010Newer by 54 months
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display resolution921k920kCrisper display (+1k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies

Common features in the Ricoh G700SE and Sony HX90V

 G700SE HX90V 
Manual focus Very accurate focus
Display dimensions3"3"Equal display dimensions
Touch friendly display Missing Touch friendly display

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony HX90V Physical Comparison

When you are intending to travel with your camera, you need to think about its weight and size. The Ricoh G700SE features outer measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Sony HX90V has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh G700SE vs Sony HX90V in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the G700SE versus the HX90V.

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony HX90V size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the G700SE and HX90V is 88 and 91 respectively.

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony HX90V top view buttons comparison

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony HX90V Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading through a spec sheet. The pic here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the G700SE and HX90V.

Clearly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can anticipate the Sony HX90V to give you extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The more aged G700SE is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony HX90V sensor size comparison

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony HX90V Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony HX90V Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Portrait photography information
Sony HX90V Portrait photography information
29
manual focus
no manual exposure
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
45
has manual focus
decent sensor resolution (18 megapixels)
has face detect focus
external flash not possible
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Street photography highlights
Sony HX90V Street photography highlights
51
weather sealing
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
heavier than competition in class (307 grams)
69
screen tilts
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (245g)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Ricoh G700SE
Sports photography with Sony HX90V
25
weather sealing
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
57
great zoom range (24-720mm 30.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (18 megapixels)
has tracking focus
better than average battery life (360 CIPA)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Travel photography information
Sony HX90V Travel photography information
59
weather sealing
has built in flash
decently wide (28mm)
heavier than competition in class (307g)
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
76
better than average battery life (360 per charge)
lighter than competitors in class (245g)
decent sensor resolution (18 megapixels)
built-in flash
selfie friendly display
rather wide (24mm)
very long reach (720mm)
lack of Timelapse mode
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Landscape photography highlights
Sony HX90V Landscape photography highlights
40
manual focus
decently wide (28mm)
screen is a good size (3")
weather sealing
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
no manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
53
has manual focus
rather wide (24mm)
screen is a decent size (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (18MP)
better than average battery life (360 per charge)
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
lack of Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Vlogging features
Sony HX90V Vlogging features
23
decently wide (28mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (640 x 480 pxls)
missing mic port
heavier than competition in class (307g)
75
rather wide (24mm)
selfie friendly display
has image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect focus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competitors in class (245 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
lack of microphone jack
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Ricoh G700SE vs Sony HX90V Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh G700SE and Sony HX90V
 Ricoh G700SESony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V
General Information
Make Ricoh Sony
Model type Ricoh G700SE Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V
Category Waterproof Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2010-10-13 2015-04-14
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - Bionz X
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 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4896 x 3672
Maximum native ISO 3200 12800
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 24-720mm (30.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.5-5.5 f/3.5-6.4
Macro focusing distance 1cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Tilting
Screen size 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 920k dot 921k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 638k dot
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.5x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8s 30s
Fastest shutter speed 1/1500s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter speed - 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 10.00 m (Auto ISO) 5.40 m (with Auto ISO)
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, flash on, slow sync, flash off, 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 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1920x1080
Video file format - AVCHD, XAVC S
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Optional BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 307 gr (0.68 lbs) 245 gr (0.54 lbs)
Physical dimensions 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") 102 x 58 x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" 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 - 360 photos
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID DB-60 NP-BX1
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo
Storage slots 1 1
Launch price $0 $440