Ricoh G700SE vs Sony RX100

Here is a thorough review of the Ricoh G700SE versus Sony RX100, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Ricoh and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the G700SE (12MP) and RX100 (20MP) and the G700SE (1/2.3") and RX100 (1") offer totally different sensor size.

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The G700SE was launched 22 months before the RX100 making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have different body design with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short highlight of how the G700SE matches up vs the RX100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh G700SE & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh G700SE Gallery & Sony RX100 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh G700SE provides external dimensions 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 RX100 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the G700SE against the RX100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the G700SE and RX100 is 88 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by seeing specifications. The photograph underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G700SE and RX100.

Plainly, both cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G700SE because of its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Sony RX100 will produce greater detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos more aggressively. The older G700SE will be behind in sensor technology.