Ricoh G700SE vs Sony QX100

The following is a in depth comparison of the Ricoh G700SE versus Sony QX100, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Lens-style by companies Ricoh and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the G700SE (12MP) and QX100 (20MP) and the G700SE (1/2.3") and QX100 (1") come with totally different sensor measurements.

Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

The G700SE was revealed 3 years prior to the QX100 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Sony QX100 being a Lens-style camera.

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summary of how the G700SE scores vs the QX100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh G700SE & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh G700SE Gallery & Sony QX100 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh G700SE features external measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs) whilst the Sony QX100 has dimensions of 63mm x 63mm x 56mm (2.5" x 2.5" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh G700SE versus Sony QX100 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the G700SE compared to the QX100.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the G700SE and QX100 is 88 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions merely by viewing technical specs. The image below might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the G700SE and QX100.

As you have seen, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G700SE with its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Sony QX100 will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged G700SE will be behind in sensor tech.