Leica V-Lux 30 vs Ricoh G700SE
90 Imaging
37 Features
46 Overall
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88 Imaging
35 Features
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Leica V-Lux 30 vs Ricoh G700SE Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 219g - 105 x 58 x 43mm
- Announced May 2011
(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
- Introduced October 2010
Leica V-Lux 30 vs Ricoh G700SE Overview
Below is a complete assessment of the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Ricoh G700SE, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by brands Leica and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the G700SE (12MP) is very similar and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe V-Lux 30 was announced 8 months later than the G700SE which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the V-Lux 30 grades against the G700SE with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Leica V-Lux 30 vs Ricoh G700SE Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 30 and Ricoh G700SE. The whole galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery and Ricoh G700SE Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 30 over the Ricoh G700SE
V-Lux 30 | G700SE | |||
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Introduced | May 2011 | October 2010 | More recent by 8 months | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Leica V-Lux 30
G700SE | V-Lux 30 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display resolution | 920k | 460k | Clearer display (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 30 and Ricoh G700SE
V-Lux 30 | G700SE | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Leica V-Lux 30 vs Ricoh G700SE Physical Comparison
For those who are going to lug around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 30 offers outer measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Ricoh G700SE has proportions of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).
Analyze the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Ricoh G700SE in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the V-Lux 30 against the G700SE.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 30 and G700SE is 90 and 88 respectively.
Leica V-Lux 30 vs Ricoh G700SE Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements just by reading specs. The graphic below will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 30 and G700SE.
All in all, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Leica V-Lux 30 to deliver more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images much more aggressively. The newer V-Lux 30 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Leica V-Lux 30 vs Ricoh G700SE Specifications
Leica V-Lux 30 | Ricoh G700SE | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Leica | Ricoh |
Model type | Leica V-Lux 30 | Ricoh G700SE |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Announced | 2011-05-26 | 2010-10-13 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-384mm (16.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 219 gr (0.48 lbs) | 307 gr (0.68 lbs) |
Dimensions | 105 x 58 x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") | 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 life | 260 images | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | DB-60 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $900 | $0 |