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Canon A3100 IS vs Ricoh G700SE

Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26
Canon PowerShot A3100 IS front
 
Ricoh G700SE front
Portability
88
Imaging
35
Features
29
Overall
32

Canon A3100 IS vs Ricoh G700SE Key Specs

Canon A3100 IS
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-140mm (F2.7-5.6) lens
  • 165g - 97 x 58 x 28mm
  • Introduced January 2010
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
  • Announced October 2010
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Canon A3100 IS vs Ricoh G700SE Overview

Lets take a more detailed look at the Canon A3100 IS vs Ricoh G700SE, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the A3100 IS (12MP) and the G700SE (12MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A3100 IS was unveiled 9 months prior to the G700SE which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the A3100 IS matches up against the G700SE with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Canon A3100 IS over the Ricoh G700SE

 A3100 IS G700SE 

Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Canon A3100 IS

 G700SE A3100 IS 
AnnouncedOctober 2010January 2010More recent by 9 months
Manual focus Very accurate focus
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution920k230kCrisper display (+690k dot)

Common features in the Canon A3100 IS and Ricoh G700SE

 A3100 IS G700SE 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither features Touch friendly display

Canon A3100 IS vs Ricoh G700SE Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Canon A3100 IS enjoys physical dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Ricoh G700SE has specifications of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon A3100 IS vs Ricoh G700SE in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the A3100 IS against the G700SE.

Canon A3100 IS vs Ricoh G700SE size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A3100 IS and G700SE is 94 and 88 respectively.

Canon A3100 IS vs Ricoh G700SE top view buttons comparison

Canon A3100 IS vs Ricoh G700SE Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is hard to see the difference in sensor measurements merely by going through specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the A3100 IS and G700SE.

All in all, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos although you have to take the age of the cameras into account. The older A3100 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon A3100 IS vs Ricoh G700SE sensor size comparison

Canon A3100 IS vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and ViewFinder

Canon A3100 IS vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon A3100 IS as a Portrait photography camera
Ricoh G700SE as a Portrait photography camera
21
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
29
manual focus
no manual mode
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Canon A3100 IS
Street photography with Ricoh G700SE
56
image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
51
environment proofing
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
more heavy than competition in class (307 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Canon A3100 IS Sports photography advice
Ricoh G700SE Sports photography advice
25
image stabilization (Optical)
max frames per second low (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
25
environment proofing
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Canon A3100 IS Travel photography factors
Ricoh G700SE Travel photography factors
51
has built in flash
doesn't have Timelapse function
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
59
environment proofing
built-in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
more heavy than competition in class (307 grams)
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Canon A3100 IS
Landscape photography with Ricoh G700SE
27
image stabilization (Optical)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
small screen (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not possible
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse function
40
manual focus
fairly wide (28mm)
good sized screen (3 inches)
environment proofing
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
no manual mode
no image stabilization
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Canon A3100 IS
Vlogging with Ricoh G700SE
25
image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (640 x 480 pxls)
doesn't have external microphone jack
23
fairly wide (28mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video res low (640 x 480 pixels)
no microphone port
more heavy than competition in class (307g)
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Canon A3100 IS vs Ricoh G700SE Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon A3100 IS and Ricoh G700SE
 Canon PowerShot A3100 ISRicoh G700SE
General Information
Brand Canon Ricoh
Model type Canon PowerShot A3100 IS Ricoh G700SE
Category Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Introduced 2010-01-05 2010-10-13
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 3:2
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 64
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Total focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-140mm (4.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/2.7-5.6 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing range 3cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 230k dot 920k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 15 secs 8 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/1600 secs 1/1500 secs
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.00 m 10.00 m (Auto ISO)
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 640 x 480, 320 x 240
Highest video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG -
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 None Optional
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 165 gr (0.36 lbs) 307 gr (0.68 lbs)
Dimensions 97 x 58 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID NB-8L DB-60
Self timer Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Retail cost $159 $0