Fujifilm JX550 vs Ricoh G700SE
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Fujifilm JX550 vs Ricoh G700SE Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 113g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
- Revealed January 2012
(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

Fujifilm JX550 vs Ricoh G700SE Overview
Below is a in depth analysis of the Fujifilm JX550 and Ricoh G700SE, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by companies FujiFilm and Ricoh. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) and G700SE (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm JX550 was introduced 15 months later than the G700SE making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm JX550 grades against the G700SE when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm JX550 vs Ricoh G700SE Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix JX550 & Ricoh G700SE. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm JX550 Gallery & Ricoh G700SE Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX550 over the Ricoh G700SE
Fujifilm JX550 | G700SE | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | ![]() | October 2010 | More recent by 15 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Fujifilm JX550
G700SE | Fujifilm JX550 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm JX550 and Ricoh G700SE
Fujifilm JX550 | G700SE | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm JX550 vs Ricoh G700SE Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm JX550 enjoys outer dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) whilst the Ricoh G700SE has 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).
Look at the Fujifilm JX550 and Ricoh G700SE in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 against the G700SE.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JX550 and G700SE is 95 and 88 respectively.

Fujifilm JX550 vs Ricoh G700SE Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements merely by going through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm JX550 and G700SE.
As you can see, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Fujifilm JX550 to provide extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm JX550 will have a benefit in sensor tech.

Fujifilm JX550 vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm JX550 vs Ricoh G700SE Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix JX550 | Ricoh G700SE | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Ricoh |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix JX550 | Ricoh G700SE |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2012-01-05 | 2010-10-13 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-6.3 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.50 m | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 113g (0.25 lb) | 307g (0.68 lb) |
Dimensions | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NP-45A | DB-60 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $200 | $0 |