Ricoh G700SE vs Sony W550

The following is a detailed overview of the Ricoh G700SE versus Sony W550, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the G700SE (12MP) and the W550 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The G700SE was revealed 9 months before the W550 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Sony W550 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the G700SE scores vs the W550 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh G700SE and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550. The full galleries are available at Ricoh G700SE Gallery and Sony W550 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Ricoh G700SE has got outer dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Sony W550 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Check out the Ricoh G700SE versus Sony W550 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the G700SE versus the W550.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the G700SE and W550 is 88 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading specs. The picture below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G700SE and W550.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony W550 to offer extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged G700SE is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.