Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony A700
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Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony A700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 24-72mm (F2.5-4.4) lens
- 355g - 114 x 70 x 44mm
- Revealed March 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 768g - 142 x 105 x 80mm
- Introduced December 2007
- Replaced the Konica Minolta 7D
- Updated by Sony A77
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Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony A700 Overview
Here is a in depth review of the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC versus Sony A700, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC (10MP) and the A700 (12MP) is pretty similar but the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC (1/1.7") and A700 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizes.
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The GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC was revealed 2 years later than the A700 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A700 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summation of how the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC grades vs the A700 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony A700 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC & Sony Alpha DSLR-A700. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Gallery & Sony A700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC over the Sony A700
GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC | A700 | |||
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Introduced | March 2010 | ![]() | December 2007 | Fresher by 28 months |
Reasons to pick Sony A700 over the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC
A700 | GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC |
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Common features in the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and Sony A700
GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC | A700 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 920k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony A700 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC comes with external measurements of 114mm x 70mm x 44mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Sony A700 has proportions of 142mm x 105mm x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") along with a weight of 768 grams (1.69 lbs).
See the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC versus Sony A700 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC versus the A700.
![Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony A700 size comparison Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony A700 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Ricoh-GXR-S10-24-72mm-F2.5-4.4-VC-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A700-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and A700 is 85 and 58 respectively.
![Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony A700 top view buttons comparison Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony A700 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Ricoh-GXR-S10-24-72mm-F2.5-4.4-VC-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A700-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony A700 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing just by going over technical specs. The visual here may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and A700.
As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC with its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Sony A700 will offer you extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The younger GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC will have a benefit in sensor innovation.
![Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony A700 sensor size comparison Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony A700 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Ricoh-GXR-S10-24-72mm-F2.5-4.4-VC-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A700-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony A700 Screen and ViewFinder
![Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony A700 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony A700 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Ricoh-GXR-S10-24-72mm-F2.5-4.4-VC-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A700-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Sony A700 Specifications
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC | Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Sony |
Model | Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC | Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2010-03-18 | 2007-12-19 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4272 x 2848 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens focal range | 24-72mm (3.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/2.5-4.4 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 920 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.6x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 180 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.50 m | 12.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, rear curtain, Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | - |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | None |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 355 gr (0.78 lb) | 768 gr (1.69 lb) |
Dimensions | 114 x 70 x 44mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") | 142 x 105 x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 66 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.9 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 581 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 images | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images) ) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | Compact Flash (Type I or II), Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo |
Storage slots | One | 2 |
Cost at release | $349 | $1,000 |