Clicky

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony W570

Portability
88
Imaging
35
Features
29
Overall
32
Ricoh G700SE front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 front
Portability
96
Imaging
39
Features
25
Overall
33

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony W570 Key Specs

Ricoh G700SE
(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
  • Released October 2010
Sony W570
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
  • 116g - 91 x 52 x 19mm
  • Launched January 2011
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsApp

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony W570 Overview

The following is a extensive review of the Ricoh G700SE versus Sony W570, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the G700SE (12MP) and W570 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth Filming

The G700SE was released 2 months earlier than the W570 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Sony W570 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going into a full comparison, here is a brief overview of how the G700SE scores against the W570 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuit
	
	

Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Sony W570

 G700SE W570 
Manual focus More exact focusing
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution920k230kSharper display (+690k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony W570 over the Ricoh G700SE

 W570 G700SE 

Common features in the Ricoh G700SE and Sony W570

 G700SE W570 
LaunchedOctober 2010January 2011Similar generation
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch display Missing Touch display

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony W570 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Ricoh G700SE enjoys physical measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Sony W570 has proportions of 91mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check the Ricoh G700SE versus Sony W570 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the G700SE against the W570.

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony W570 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the G700SE and W570 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony W570 top view buttons comparison

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony W570 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions purely by checking specifications. The pic underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the G700SE and W570.

Plainly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Sony W570 to resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively.

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony W570 sensor size comparison

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony W570 Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony W570 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks Suggest

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Portrait photography features
Sony W570 Portrait photography features
29
has manual focus
lack of manual exposure
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
30
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's Dominance

Street Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Street photography factors
Sony W570 Street photography factors
51
environment proof
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
more heavy than competition in class (307 grams)
58
image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or M

Sports Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Sports photography factors
Sony W570 Sports photography factors
25
environment proof
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
low megapixels (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
36
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16MP)
max frames per second very slow (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%

Travel Comparison

Ricoh G700SE as a Travel photography camera
Sony W570 as a Travel photography camera
59
environment proof
flash built-in
relatively wide (28mm)
more heavy than competition in class (307g)
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
66
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
really wide (25mm)
no Time Lapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f2.6)
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI Legislation

Landscape Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Landscape photography highlights
Sony W570 Landscape photography highlights
40
has manual focus
relatively wide (28mm)
good sized screen (3 inch)
environment proof
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
lack of manual exposure
no image stabilization
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
38
really wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16MP)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.6)
small screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
no Time Lapse function
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To Cameras

Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Vlogging info
Sony W570 Vlogging info
23
relatively wide (28mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
video res low (640 x 480 pxls)
no microphone jack
more heavy than competition in class (307g)
29
really wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
slow max aperture (f2.6)
screen is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
no mic socket
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durability

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony W570 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh G700SE and Sony W570
 Ricoh G700SESony Cyber-shot DSC-W570
General Information
Make Ricoh Sony
Model type Ricoh G700SE Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570
Class Waterproof Ultracompact
Released 2010-10-13 2011-01-06
Physical type Compact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - BIONZ
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 25-125mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.5-5.5 f/2.6-6.3
Macro focusing distance 1cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3" 2.7"
Resolution of screen 920k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen technology - Clear Photo LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8s 2s
Highest shutter speed 1/1500s 1/1600s
Continuous shooting rate - 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 10.00 m (Auto ISO) 3.70 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
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
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 307g (0.68 pounds) 116g (0.26 pounds)
Physical dimensions 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") 91 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7")
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 NP-BN1
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Card slots Single Single
Launch cost $0 $159