Nikon S30 vs Ricoh G700SE
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![Nikon Coolpix S30 front Nikon Coolpix S30 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S30/Nikon-S30-front.jpg)
![Ricoh G700SE front Ricoh G700SE front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Ricoh-G700SE/Ricoh-G700SE-front.jpg)
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Nikon S30 vs Ricoh G700SE Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 29-87mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 102 x 65 x 40mm
- Announced February 2012
(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
- Announced October 2010
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Nikon S30 vs Ricoh G700SE Overview
Let's look more in depth at the Nikon S30 and Ricoh G700SE, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Nikon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the S30 (10MP) and the G700SE (12MP) is fairly close but the S30 (1/3") and G700SE (1/2.3") have different sensor sizes.
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The S30 was brought out 16 months after the G700SE making them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short overview of how the S30 scores versus the G700SE for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Nikon S30 vs Ricoh G700SE Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S30 and Ricoh G700SE. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S30 Gallery and Ricoh G700SE Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S30 over the Ricoh G700SE
S30 | G700SE | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | ![]() | October 2010 | Newer by 16 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Nikon S30
G700SE | S30 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S30 and Ricoh G700SE
S30 | G700SE | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Nikon S30 vs Ricoh G700SE Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S30 offers exterior dimensions of 102mm x 65mm x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Ricoh G700SE has proportions of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).
Check the Nikon S30 and Ricoh G700SE in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the S30 against the G700SE.
![Nikon S30 vs Ricoh G700SE size comparison Nikon S30 vs Ricoh G700SE size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S30-vs-Ricoh-G700SE-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S30 and G700SE is 90 and 88 respectively.
![Nikon S30 vs Ricoh G700SE top view buttons comparison Nikon S30 vs Ricoh G700SE top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S30-vs-Ricoh-G700SE-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S30 vs Ricoh G700SE Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions just by looking through specs. The picture here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S30 and G700SE.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The S30 due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Ricoh G700SE will provide you with extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The younger S30 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
![Nikon S30 vs Ricoh G700SE sensor size comparison Nikon S30 vs Ricoh G700SE sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S30-vs-Ricoh-G700SE-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S30 vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S30 vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S30 vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S30-vs-Ricoh-G700SE-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S30 vs Ricoh G700SE Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S30 | Ricoh G700SE | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S30 | Ricoh G700SE |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2012-02-01 | 2010-10-13 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 4.8 x 3.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 17.3mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 29-87mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 7.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.5 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | 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 | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 214 gr (0.47 lbs) | 307 gr (0.68 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 65 x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 240 shots | - |
Type of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | DB-60 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $119 | $0 |