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Nikon L610 vs Ricoh G700SE

Portability
90
Imaging
39
Features
33
Overall
36
Nikon Coolpix L610 front
 
Ricoh G700SE front
Portability
88
Imaging
35
Features
29
Overall
32

Nikon L610 vs Ricoh G700SE Key Specs

Nikon L610
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-350mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 240g - 108 x 69 x 34mm
  • Revealed August 2012
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
  • Launched October 2010
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Nikon L610 vs Ricoh G700SE Overview

Following is a detailed overview of the Nikon L610 versus Ricoh G700SE, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the L610 (16MP) and G700SE (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The L610 was announced 23 months after the G700SE making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the L610 scores against the G700SE in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon L610 over the Ricoh G700SE

 L610 G700SE 
LaunchedAugust 2012October 2010More modern by 23 months

Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Nikon L610

 G700SE L610 
Focus manually Dial accurate focus
Display resolution920k460kSharper display (+460k dot)

Common features in the Nikon L610 and Ricoh G700SE

 L610 G700SE 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display measurements
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch display Neither includes Touch display

Nikon L610 vs Ricoh G700SE Physical Comparison

In case you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Nikon L610 features outer dimensions of 108mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) while the Ricoh G700SE has specifications of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the L610 vs the G700SE.

Nikon L610 vs Ricoh G700SE size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L610 and G700SE is 90 and 88 respectively.

Nikon L610 vs Ricoh G700SE top view buttons comparison

Nikon L610 vs Ricoh G700SE Sensor Comparison

Typically, its tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes only by checking out specifications. The picture here may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L610 and G700SE.

To sum up, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon L610 to show extra detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The fresher L610 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon L610 vs Ricoh G700SE sensor size comparison

Nikon L610 vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon L610 vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon L610
Portrait photography with Ricoh G700SE
30
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
29
focusing manually
no manual control
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon L610 Street photography info
Ricoh G700SE Street photography info
61
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (240g)
fixed screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
51
environment sealing
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
heavier than others (307 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon L610 Sports photography features
Ricoh G700SE Sports photography features
44
amazing zoom range (25-350mm 14.0 x zoom)
maximum shutter speed is high (1/6,000s)
image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
low battery pack (120 per charge)
no phase detect AF
25
environment sealing
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon L610 Travel photography information
Ricoh G700SE Travel photography information
66
lighter than competition (240 grams)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
has built in flash
pretty wide (25mm)
great reach (350mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
low battery pack (120 shots)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
59
environment sealing
flash built-in
pretty wide (28mm)
heavier than others (307 grams)
low resolution sensor (12MP)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon L610 Landscape photography details
Ricoh G700SE Landscape photography details
41
pretty wide (25mm)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
manual exposure not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
low battery pack (120 per charge)
does not have Time Lapse recording
40
focusing manually
pretty wide (28mm)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
environment sealing
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
no manual control
no image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon L610 Vlogging info
Ricoh G700SE Vlogging info
33
pretty wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competition (240g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
does not have mic port
23
pretty wide (28mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 resolution)
no mic jack
heavier than others (307g)
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Nikon L610 vs Ricoh G700SE Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon L610 and Ricoh G700SE
 Nikon Coolpix L610Ricoh G700SE
General Information
Brand Nikon Ricoh
Model Nikon Coolpix L610 Ricoh G700SE
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Waterproof
Revealed 2012-08-09 2010-10-13
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 3:2
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3456 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 125 64
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 25-350mm (14.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.3-5.9 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focus range 1cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 460k dot 920k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen technology TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 secs 8 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/6000 secs 1/1500 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range - 10.00 m (Auto ISO)
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 640 x 480, 320 x 240
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 640x480
Video file format H.264 -
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None Optional
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 240g (0.53 lb) 307g (0.68 lb)
Dimensions 108 x 69 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 120 photos -
Battery format AA -
Battery model 2 x AA DB-60
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Price at launch $150 $0