Canon S95 vs Ricoh G700SE
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Canon S95 vs Ricoh G700SE Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-105mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 195g - 100 x 58 x 30mm
- Released November 2010
- Previous Model is Canon S90
- Renewed by Canon S100
(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
- Released October 2010

Canon S95 vs Ricoh G700SE Overview
Here, we are comparing the Canon S95 and Ricoh G700SE, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Ricoh. The resolution of the S95 (10MP) and the G700SE (12MP) is fairly close but the S95 (1/1.7") and G700SE (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.

The S95 was launched 2 months later than the G700SE which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the S95 grades against the G700SE when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon S95 vs Ricoh G700SE Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot S95 & Ricoh G700SE. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon S95 Gallery & Ricoh G700SE Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon S95 over the Ricoh G700SE
S95 | G700SE |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Canon S95
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Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 461k | Crisper display (+459k dot) |
Common features in the Canon S95 and Ricoh G700SE
S95 | G700SE | |||
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Released | November 2010 | ![]() | October 2010 | Same age |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch display |
Canon S95 vs Ricoh G700SE Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Canon S95 provides exterior measurements of 100mm x 58mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") along with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Ricoh G700SE has measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).
Analyze the Canon S95 and Ricoh G700SE in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the S95 and the G700SE.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S95 and G700SE is 93 and 88 respectively.

Canon S95 vs Ricoh G700SE Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing technical specs. The visual below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S95 and G700SE.
As you have seen, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S95 featuring a larger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Ricoh G700SE will provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images way more aggressively.

Canon S95 vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon S95 vs Ricoh G700SE Specifications
Canon PowerShot S95 | Ricoh G700SE | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Ricoh |
Model | Canon PowerShot S95 | Ricoh G700SE |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2010-11-23 | 2010-10-13 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
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 | 28-105mm (3.8x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.50 m | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/500s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | H.264 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 195 grams (0.43 pounds) | 307 grams (0.68 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 58 x 30mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") | 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 47 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 153 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NB-6L | DB-60 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus card | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | - | 1 |
Launch pricing | $495 | $0 |