Ricoh G700SE vs Sony W800

The following is a detailed assessment of the Ricoh G700SE and Sony W800, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Ricoh and Sony. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the G700SE (12MP) and W800 (20MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The G700SE was announced 4 years before the W800 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the G700SE grades versus the W800 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh G700SE & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh G700SE Gallery & Sony W800 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. 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) and the Sony W800 has proportions of 97mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the G700SE against the W800.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G700SE and W800 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions only by checking out a spec sheet. The image below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the G700SE and W800.

Clearly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Sony W800 to show greater detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged G700SE will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.