Clicky

Nikon L22 vs Ricoh G700SE

Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26
Nikon Coolpix L22 front
 
Ricoh G700SE front
Portability
88
Imaging
35
Features
29
Overall
32

Nikon L22 vs Ricoh G700SE Key Specs

Nikon L22
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 37-134mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
  • 183g - 98 x 61 x 28mm
  • Launched February 2010
Ricoh G700SE
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 307g - 117 x 68 x 32mm
  • Launched October 2010
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music video

Nikon L22 vs Ricoh G700SE Overview

In this article, we will be looking at the Nikon L22 vs Ricoh G700SE, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the L22 (12MP) and the G700SE (12MP) is relatively close and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or ban

The L22 was released 8 months earlier than the G700SE and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the L22 grades vs the G700SE in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes
	
	

Reasons to pick Nikon L22 over the Ricoh G700SE

 L22 G700SE 

Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Nikon L22

 G700SE L22 
LaunchedOctober 2010February 2010More modern by 8 months
Focus manually Dial exact focusing
Screen resolution920k230kCrisper screen (+690k dot)

Common features in the Nikon L22 and Ricoh G700SE

 L22 G700SE 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen size
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither contains Touch friendly screen

Nikon L22 vs Ricoh G700SE Physical Comparison

When you are going to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L22 has got outside dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Ricoh G700SE has dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).

Examine the Nikon L22 vs Ricoh G700SE in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the L22 compared to the G700SE.

Nikon L22 vs Ricoh G700SE size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the L22 and G700SE is 93 and 88 respectively.

Nikon L22 vs Ricoh G700SE top view buttons comparison

Nikon L22 vs Ricoh G700SE Sensor Comparison

Often, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes just by researching a spec sheet. The picture underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the L22 and G700SE.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP and you should expect comparable quality of files though you may want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged L22 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon L22 vs Ricoh G700SE sensor size comparison

Nikon L22 vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon L22 vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon L22
Portrait photography with Ricoh G700SE
21
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
can't use external flash
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
29
you can focus manually
no manual control
MP count low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

Street Comparison

Nikon L22 Street photography highlights
Ricoh G700SE Street photography highlights
46
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
51
environment sealing
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
heavier than competition (307g)
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a Landslide

Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Nikon L22
Sports photography with Ricoh G700SE
17
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
25
environment sealing
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images

Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Nikon L22
Travel photography with Ricoh G700SE
50
built-in flash
no Timelapse function
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
does not contain selfie friendly display
wide angle not the best (37mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
59
environment sealing
flash built-in
decently wide (28mm)
heavier than competition (307 grams)
MP count low (12MP)
does not feature selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f3.5)
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month

Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Nikon L22
Landscape photography with Ricoh G700SE
27
nice screen size (3 inches)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (37mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
no manual mode
does not have image stabilization
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
no Timelapse function
40
you can focus manually
decently wide (28mm)
screen is a good size (3")
environment sealing
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

Vlogging Comparison

Nikon L22 Vlogging factors
Ricoh G700SE Vlogging factors
22
wide angle not the best (37mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
does not contain selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
video res low (640 x 480 pixels)
no external microphone port
23
decently wide (28mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
does not feature selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 resolution)
no mic jack
heavier than competition (307 grams)
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

Nikon L22 vs Ricoh G700SE Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon L22 and Ricoh G700SE
 Nikon Coolpix L22Ricoh G700SE
General Information
Brand Name Nikon Ricoh
Model type Nikon Coolpix L22 Ricoh G700SE
Category Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Launched 2010-02-03 2010-10-13
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Expeed C2 -
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 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 3:2
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Lowest native ISO 80 64
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 37-134mm (3.6x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.1-6.7 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing range 5cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 230 thousand dot 920 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 secs 8 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1500 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - 10.00 m (Auto ISO)
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 640 x 480, 320 x 240
Max video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG -
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 None Optional
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 183 gr (0.40 pounds) 307 gr (0.68 pounds)
Dimensions 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") 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 2 x AA DB-60
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Price at release $130 $0