Ricoh G700SE vs Sony W290
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Ricoh G700SE vs Sony W290 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 307g - 117 x 68 x 32mm
- Introduced October 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 98 x 57 x 23mm
- Released February 2009
Ricoh G700SE vs Sony W290 Overview
Below, we are matching up the Ricoh G700SE vs Sony W290, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the G700SE (12MP) and the W290 (12MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe G700SE was manufactured 21 months later than the W290 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the G700SE grades versus the W290 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Ricoh G700SE vs Sony W290 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh G700SE and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh G700SE Gallery and Sony W290 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Sony W290
G700SE | W290 | |||
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Released | October 2010 | February 2009 | Fresher by 21 months | |
Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Sharper display (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W290 over the Ricoh G700SE
W290 | G700SE |
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Common features in the Ricoh G700SE and Sony W290
G700SE | W290 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither contains Touch display |
Ricoh G700SE vs Sony W290 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Ricoh G700SE has got external dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs) while the Sony W290 has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check out the Ricoh G700SE vs Sony W290 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the G700SE against the W290.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the G700SE and W290 is 88 and 94 respectively.
Ricoh G700SE vs Sony W290 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing just by going through technical specs. The visual below might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the G700SE and W290.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP so you should expect comparable quality of photos however you will need to take the production date of the cameras into account. The newer G700SE will have an advantage in sensor tech.
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Ricoh G700SE vs Sony W290 Specifications
Ricoh G700SE | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Ricoh | Sony |
Model type | Ricoh G700SE | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-10-13 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 920k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 307 grams (0.68 lb) | 167 grams (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 98 x 57 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | DB-60 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $0 | $230 |