Ricoh G700SE vs Sony RX1R II

Let's look closer at the Ricoh G700SE vs Sony RX1R II, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Ricoh and Sony. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the G700SE (12MP) and RX1R II (42MP) and the G700SE (1/2.3") and RX1R II (Full frame) offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The G700SE was introduced 6 years earlier than the RX1R II and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Sony RX1R II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the G700SE scores against the RX1R II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh G700SE and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh G700SE Gallery and Sony RX1R II Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Ricoh G700SE enjoys external measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs) whilst the Sony RX1R II has sizing of 113mm x 65mm x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") along with a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh G700SE vs Sony RX1R II in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the G700SE and the RX1R II.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the G700SE and RX1R II is 88 and 78 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing only by researching specs. The graphic underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the G700SE and RX1R II.

All in all, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G700SE with its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh trickier and the Sony RX1R II will render extra detail using its extra 30MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The older G700SE will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.