Ricoh G700SE vs Sony S980

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Ricoh G700SE vs Sony S980, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the G700SE (12MP) and the S980 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The G700SE was launched 21 months after the S980 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the G700SE grades against the S980 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh G700SE & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The complete galleries are available at Ricoh G700SE Gallery & Sony S980 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Ricoh G700SE features outer 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 S980 has sizing of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the G700SE versus the S980.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G700SE and S980 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to see the difference in sensor sizes simply by viewing a spec sheet. The image below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the G700SE and S980.

Clearly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you would want to consider the age of the cameras into account. The more modern G700SE is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.