Ricoh G700SE vs Sony RX10 III

In this write-up, we are comparing the Ricoh G700SE and Sony RX10 III, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by rivals Ricoh and Sony. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the G700SE (12MP) and RX10 III (20MP) and the G700SE (1/2.3") and RX10 III (1") possess different sensor sizing.

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The G700SE was manufactured 6 years prior to the RX10 III which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Sony RX10 III being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the G700SE matches up versus the RX10 III with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh G700SE and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh G700SE Gallery and Sony RX10 III Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Ricoh G700SE provides exterior measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs) whilst the Sony RX10 III has sizing of 133mm x 94mm x 127mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.0") with a weight of 1051 grams (2.32 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh G700SE and Sony RX10 III in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the G700SE against the RX10 III.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the G700SE and RX10 III is 88 and 53 respectively.

Often, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes only by checking specs. The pic underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the G700SE and RX10 III.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G700SE due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Sony RX10 III will resolve greater detail due to its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged G700SE is going to be behind in sensor tech.