Ricoh G700SE vs Sony W510

Its time to look more closely at the Ricoh G700SE versus Sony W510, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the G700SE (12MP) and the W510 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The G700SE was introduced 2 months before the W510 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Sony W510 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the G700SE matches up vs the W510 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh G700SE & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh G700SE Gallery & Sony W510 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh G700SE enjoys outside measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Sony W510 has dimensions of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh G700SE versus Sony W510 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the G700SE against the W510.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the G700SE and W510 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements only by going over technical specs. The visual below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the G700SE and W510.

As you can tell, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of photos but you should always take the launch date of the products into consideration.