Nikon L19 vs Ricoh G700SE

In this article, we are reviewing the Nikon L19 versus Ricoh G700SE, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Ricoh. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the L19 (8MP) and G700SE (12MP) and the L19 (1/2.5") and G700SE (1/2.3") possess different sensor dimensions.

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The L19 was unveiled 20 months prior to the G700SE making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the L19 grades versus the G700SE in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L19 & Ricoh G700SE. The full galleries are available at Nikon L19 Gallery & Ricoh G700SE Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon L19 offers outer dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Ricoh G700SE has specifications of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).

Look at the Nikon L19 versus Ricoh G700SE in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the L19 versus the G700SE.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the L19 and G700SE is 94 and 88 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions just by researching specifications. The pic underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the L19 and G700SE.

Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The L19 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Ricoh G700SE will provide you with more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged L19 will be behind in sensor innovation.