Ricoh G700SE vs Sony W230

In this article, we will be looking at the Ricoh G700SE vs Sony W230, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the G700SE (12MP) and the W230 (12MP) is pretty close and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The G700SE was announced 21 months later than the W230 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the G700SE grades vs the W230 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh G700SE and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh G700SE Gallery and Sony W230 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Ricoh G700SE has 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) while the Sony W230 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

See the Ricoh G700SE vs Sony W230 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the G700SE and the W230.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G700SE and W230 is 88 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to visualize the gap in sensor measurements purely by researching specs. The visual underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the G700SE and W230.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP so you should expect comparable quality of files but you should take the production date of the cameras into account. The newer G700SE provides a benefit in sensor innovation.