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Kodak M550 vs Ricoh G700SE

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
20
Overall
29
Kodak EasyShare M550 front
 
Ricoh G700SE front
Portability
88
Imaging
35
Features
29
Overall
32

Kodak M550 vs Ricoh G700SE Key Specs

Kodak M550
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 1000
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-140mm (F) lens
  • 125g - 98 x 58 x 23mm
  • Launched 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
  • Released October 2010
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Kodak M550 vs Ricoh G700SE Overview

On this page, we are contrasting the Kodak M550 versus Ricoh G700SE, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Kodak and Ricoh. The resolution of the M550 (12MP) and the G700SE (12MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The M550 was introduced 9 months prior to the G700SE and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the M550 matches up vs the G700SE with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Kodak M550 over the Ricoh G700SE

 M550 G700SE 

Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Kodak M550

 G700SE M550 
ReleasedOctober 2010January 2010Newer by 9 months
Manually focus Very exact focus
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution920k230kClearer display (+690k dot)

Common features in the Kodak M550 and Ricoh G700SE

 M550 G700SE 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch display Missing Touch display

Kodak M550 vs Ricoh G700SE Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to travel with your camera, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Kodak M550 has got outer measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Ricoh G700SE has dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).

Check the Kodak M550 versus Ricoh G700SE in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the M550 versus the G700SE.

Kodak M550 vs Ricoh G700SE size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the M550 and G700SE is 95 and 88 respectively.

Kodak M550 vs Ricoh G700SE top view buttons comparison

Kodak M550 vs Ricoh G700SE Sensor Comparison

Often, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions only by reviewing technical specs. The image underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the M550 and G700SE.

As you can tell, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photos but you might want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged M550 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Kodak M550 vs Ricoh G700SE sensor size comparison

Kodak M550 vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak M550 vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak M550 Portrait photography details
Ricoh G700SE Portrait photography details
21
lack of manual focus
manual mode not available
no external flash support
low resolution (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
29
you can focus manually
manual mode not available
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Kodak M550 Street photography advice
Ricoh G700SE Street photography advice
54
lighter than others (125 grams)
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
low max ISO (1,000)
51
weather proofing
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
more heavy than competition (307g)
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Sports Comparison

Kodak M550 Sports photography information
Ricoh G700SE Sports photography information
17
max shutter speed is low (1/1,400 seconds)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
low resolution (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
25
weather proofing
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Kodak M550 Travel photography details
Ricoh G700SE Travel photography details
67
lighter than others (125 grams)
flash built-in
relatively wide (28mm)
great maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
low resolution (12MP)
does not offer selfie friendly display
59
weather proofing
has built in flash
quite wide (28mm)
more heavy than competition (307g)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Kodak M550
Landscape photography with Ricoh G700SE
31
relatively wide (28mm)
great maximum aperture (f)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
manual mode not available
no image stabilization
low resolution (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
low max ISO (1,000)
doesn't have RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse function
40
you can focus manually
quite wide (28mm)
good sized screen (3")
weather proofing
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
manual mode not available
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak M550 Vlogging details
Ricoh G700SE Vlogging details
31
relatively wide (28mm)
great maximum aperture (f)
lighter than others (125g)
does not offer selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
video res low (640 x 480 resolution)
doesn't have mic support
23
quite wide (28mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 pxls)
doesn't have external microphone support
more heavy than competition (307g)
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Kodak M550 vs Ricoh G700SE Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak M550 and Ricoh G700SE
 Kodak EasyShare M550Ricoh G700SE
General Information
Brand Name Kodak Ricoh
Model type Kodak EasyShare M550 Ricoh G700SE
Type Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Launched 2010-01-05 2010-10-13
Physical type 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 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1000 3200
Min native ISO 64 64
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Max aperture - f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing range 10cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7" 3"
Display resolution 230 thousand dots 920 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 8 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/1400 seconds 1/1500 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 10.00 m (Auto ISO)
Flash settings Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps) 640 x 480, 320 x 240
Maximum video resolution 640x480 640x480
Microphone 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
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 125 grams (0.28 pounds) 307 grams (0.68 pounds)
Physical dimensions 98 x 58 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 KLIC-7006 DB-60
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, double) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Retail price $119 $0