Nikon AW130 vs Ricoh G700SE

Following is a thorough assessment of the Nikon AW130 versus Ricoh G700SE, both Waterproof cameras by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the AW130 (16MP) and G700SE (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The AW130 was brought out 4 years after the G700SE which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief overview of how the AW130 grades versus the G700SE with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix AW130 and Ricoh G700SE. The entire galleries are available at Nikon AW130 Gallery and Ricoh G700SE Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon AW130 offers outside dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Ricoh G700SE has sizing of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the AW130 vs the G700SE.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the AW130 and G700SE is 91 and 88 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes purely by going through a spec sheet. The image underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the AW130 and G700SE.

Clearly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon AW130 to show more detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The younger AW130 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.