Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Ricoh G700SE

Here is a in-depth overview of the Fujifilm F550 EXR versus Ricoh G700SE, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Ricoh. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm F550 EXR (16MP) and G700SE (12MP) and the Fujifilm F550 EXR (1/2") and G700SE (1/2.3") use totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm F550 EXR was unveiled 10 months later than the G700SE so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm F550 EXR matches up against the G700SE with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR and Ricoh G700SE. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm F550 EXR Gallery and Ricoh G700SE Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you should think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm F550 EXR has got external measurements of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Ricoh G700SE has specifications of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm F550 EXR versus Ricoh G700SE in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm F550 EXR versus the G700SE.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm F550 EXR and G700SE is 91 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor sizing only by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm F550 EXR and G700SE.

Plainly, each of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm F550 EXR with its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Fujifilm F550 EXR will show greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm F550 EXR is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.