Ricoh G700SE vs Sony TX5

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Ricoh G700SE vs Sony TX5, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the G700SE (12MP) and the TX5 (10MP) is fairly well matched but the G700SE (1/2.3") and TX5 (1/2.4") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The G700SE was manufactured 8 months later than the TX5 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Sony TX5 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the G700SE matches up against the TX5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh G700SE and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh G700SE Gallery and Sony TX5 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Ricoh G700SE has physical measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Sony TX5 has proportions of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh G700SE vs Sony TX5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the G700SE compared to the TX5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G700SE and TX5 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by checking technical specs. The photograph here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the G700SE and TX5.

As you can tell, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G700SE because of its larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Ricoh G700SE will give greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images a little more aggressively. The more modern G700SE is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.