Ricoh G700SE vs Sony WX5

Lets look more closely at the Ricoh G700SE and Sony WX5, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the G700SE (12MP) and the WX5 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The G700SE was introduced 4 months later than the WX5 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the G700SE grades vs the WX5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh G700SE & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh G700SE Gallery & Sony WX5 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh G700SE provides outside measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Sony WX5 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh G700SE and Sony WX5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the G700SE against the WX5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the G700SE and WX5 is 88 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing purely by seeing specs. The visual underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the G700SE and WX5.

As you can plainly see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of files but you should factor the launch date of the cameras into account.