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Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A77

Portability
88
Imaging
35
Features
29
Overall
32
Ricoh G700SE front
 
Sony SLT-A77 front
Portability
59
Imaging
64
Features
83
Overall
71

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A77 Key Specs

Ricoh G700SE
(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
  • Introduced October 2010
Sony A77
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 50 - 16000 (Raise to 25600)
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
  • 732g - 143 x 104 x 81mm
  • Introduced October 2011
  • Old Model is Sony A700
  • Updated by Sony A77 II
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Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A77 Overview

On this page, we will be comparing the Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A77, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by companies Ricoh and Sony. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the G700SE (12MP) and A77 (24MP) and the G700SE (1/2.3") and A77 (APS-C) boast different sensor size.

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The G700SE was brought out 12 months prior to the A77 so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Sony A77 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the G700SE scores versus the A77 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Sony A77

 G700SE A77 

Reasons to pick Sony A77 over the Ricoh G700SE

 A77 G700SE 
IntroducedOctober 2011October 2010More modern by 12 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen resolution921k920kCrisper screen (+1k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies

Common features in the Ricoh G700SE and Sony A77

 G700SE A77 
Manually focus Very accurate focusing
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen size
Touch screen No Touch screen

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A77 Physical Comparison

In case you're intending to carry around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Ricoh G700SE provides outer dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Sony A77 has measurements of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") with a weight of 732 grams (1.61 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A77 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the G700SE compared to the A77.

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A77 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G700SE and A77 is 88 and 59 respectively.

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A77 top view buttons comparison

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A77 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by researching specifications. The image here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the G700SE and A77.

Plainly, both of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G700SE because of its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Sony A77 will result in greater detail having its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged G700SE will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A77 sensor size comparison

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A77 Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A77 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Ricoh G700SE
Portrait photography with Sony A77
29
focusing manually
no manual control
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
78
you can focus manually
good resolution (24 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
offers face detection focus
exports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Street photography factors
Sony A77 Street photography factors
51
environment proof
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
heavier than competitors (307 grams)
75
screen articulates
image stabilization (Sensor based)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
environment proofing
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Sports Comparison

Ricoh G700SE as a Sports photography camera
Sony A77 as a Sports photography camera
25
environment proof
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
74
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
image stabilization (Sensor based)
good resolution (24MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
environment proofing
comes with phase detect auto focus
terrible battery power (470 per charge)
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Travel Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Travel photography advice
Sony A77 Travel photography advice
59
environment proof
has built in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
heavier than competitors (307g)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f3.5)
63
environment proofing
good resolution (24MP)
has built in flash
selfie friendly screen
no Time Lapse mode
terrible battery power (470 shots)
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Landscape photography factors
Sony A77 Landscape photography factors
40
focusing manually
pretty wide (28mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
environment proof
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
71
you can focus manually
interchangeable lenses (Sony/Minolta Alpha mount)
good sized screen (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor based)
good resolution (24 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
environment proofing
terrible battery power (470 shots)
no Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Vlogging details
Sony A77 Vlogging details
23
pretty wide (28mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 pxls)
no external mic socket
heavier than competitors (307g)
76
selfie friendly screen
image stabilization (Sensor based)
offers face detection focus
high video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
does have external mic socket
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Ricoh G700SE vs Sony A77 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh G700SE and Sony A77
 Ricoh G700SESony SLT-A77
General Information
Manufacturer Ricoh Sony
Model type Ricoh G700SE Sony SLT-A77
Type Waterproof Advanced DSLR
Introduced 2010-10-13 2011-10-25
Physical type Compact Mid-size SLR
Sensor Information
Chip - Bionz
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 23.5 x 15.6mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 366.6mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 24 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 6000 x 4000
Max native ISO 3200 16000
Max boosted ISO - 25600
Lowest native ISO 64 50
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Total focus points - 19
Cross type focus points - 11
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens Sony/Minolta Alpha
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) -
Maximal aperture f/3.5-5.5 -
Macro focusing distance 1cm -
Amount of lenses - 143
Focal length multiplier 5.8 1.5
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Display size 3" 3"
Resolution of display 920k dots 921k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 2,359k dots
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.73x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8s 30s
Highest shutter speed 1/1500s 1/8000s
Continuous shooting rate - 12.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 10.00 m (Auto ISO) 12.00 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Highest flash synchronize - 1/250s
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, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 1920x1080
Video format - MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264
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 BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 307 gr (0.68 pounds) 732 gr (1.61 pounds)
Physical dimensions 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") 143 x 104 x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 78
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 24.0
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 13.2
DXO Low light rating not tested 801
Other
Battery life - 470 images
Battery type - Battery Pack
Battery ID DB-60 NP-FM500H
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Card slots 1 1
Retail cost $0 $900