Ricoh G700SE vs Sony WX5
88 Imaging
35 Features
29 Overall
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95 Imaging
35 Features
29 Overall
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Ricoh G700SE vs Sony WX5 Key Specs
(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
- Launched October 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 146g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
- Released July 2010
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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").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 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.
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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.
Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Sony WX5
| G700SE | WX5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More exact focus | ||
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.8" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 461k | Crisper screen (+459k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony WX5 over the Ricoh G700SE
| WX5 | G700SE |
|---|
Common features in the Ricoh G700SE and Sony WX5
| G700SE | WX5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | October 2010 |  | July 2010 | Same age |
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh G700SE vs Sony WX5 Physical Comparison
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.
Ricoh G700SE vs Sony WX5 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Ricoh G700SE vs Sony WX5 Specifications
| Ricoh G700SE | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Ricoh | Sony |
| Model | Ricoh G700SE | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 |
| Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2010-10-13 | 2010-07-08 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 64 | 125 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/2.4-5.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.8 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 920 thousand dot | 461 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) | 5.10 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 1920 x 1080 (50 fps), 1440 x 1080 (50, 25fps), 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | - | AVCHD |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 307 grams (0.68 pounds) | 146 grams (0.32 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery model | DB-60 | NP-BN1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Cost at release | $0 | $250 |