Ricoh G700SE vs Sony W380

On this page, we will be contrasting the Ricoh G700SE vs Sony W380, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the G700SE (12MP) and the W380 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The G700SE was announced 10 months later than the W380 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Sony W380 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief summary of how the G700SE grades vs the W380 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh G700SE and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh G700SE Gallery and Sony W380 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need 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") and a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs) while the Sony W380 has measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh G700SE vs Sony W380 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the G700SE against the W380.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the G700SE and W380 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading through specs. The visual underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G700SE and W380.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Sony W380 to give more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more recent G700SE should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.