Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A35
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Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A35 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 307g - 117 x 68 x 32mm
- Announced October 2010
(Full Review)
Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A35 Overview
Below is a extended analysis of the Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A35, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Ricoh and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the G700SE (12MP) and A35 (16MP) and the G700SE (1/2.3") and A35 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizing.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe G700SE was brought out 11 months prior to the A35 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Sony A35 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before delving into a full comparison, here is a simple summary of how the G700SE grades vs the A35 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A35 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh G700SE & Sony SLT-A35. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh G700SE Gallery & Sony A35 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Sony A35
G700SE | A35 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A35 over the Ricoh G700SE
A35 | G700SE | |||
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Introduced | September 2011 | October 2010 | More recent by 11 months | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 920k | Clearer screen (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh G700SE and Sony A35
G700SE | A35 | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lack of Touch screen |
Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A35 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh G700SE provides external dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs) while the Sony A35 has dimensions of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 415 grams (0.91 lbs).
See the Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A35 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the G700SE compared to the A35.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G700SE and A35 is 88 and 69 respectively.
Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A35 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements simply by researching specifications. The photograph underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the G700SE and A35.
To sum up, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G700SE due to its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Sony A35 will result in extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older G700SE will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
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Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A35 Specifications
Ricoh G700SE | Sony SLT-A35 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Ricoh | Sony |
Model type | Ricoh G700SE | Sony SLT-A35 |
Class | Waterproof | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2010-10-13 | 2011-09-20 |
Body design | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4912 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 15 |
Cross type focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 920k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,150k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) | 12.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 1920 x 1080 (60, 29.97 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 307 gr (0.68 pounds) | 415 gr (0.91 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 124 x 92 x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 74 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 763 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 440 pictures |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | DB-60 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $0 | $598 |