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Nikon S3300 vs Ricoh G700SE

Portability
96
Imaging
39
Features
32
Overall
36
Nikon Coolpix S3300 front
 
Ricoh G700SE front
Portability
88
Imaging
35
Features
29
Overall
32

Nikon S3300 vs Ricoh G700SE Key Specs

Nikon S3300
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
  • 128g - 95 x 58 x 19mm
  • Launched February 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
  • Announced October 2010
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Nikon S3300 vs Ricoh G700SE Overview

On this page, we are matching up the Nikon S3300 vs Ricoh G700SE, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Ricoh. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the S3300 (16MP) and G700SE (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The S3300 was released 16 months after the G700SE making them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the S3300 matches up vs the G700SE for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S3300 over the Ricoh G700SE

 S3300 G700SE 
AnnouncedFebruary 2012October 2010Newer by 16 months

Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Nikon S3300

 G700SE S3300 
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution920k230kCrisper display (+690k dot)

Common features in the Nikon S3300 and Ricoh G700SE

 S3300 G700SE 
Manual focus More precise focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch display Neither features Touch display

Nikon S3300 vs Ricoh G700SE Physical Comparison

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S3300 enjoys external dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Ricoh G700SE has dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S3300 vs Ricoh G700SE in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the S3300 compared to the G700SE.

Nikon S3300 vs Ricoh G700SE size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S3300 and G700SE is 96 and 88 respectively.

Nikon S3300 vs Ricoh G700SE top view buttons comparison

Nikon S3300 vs Ricoh G700SE Sensor Comparison

Often, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by looking through technical specs. The image here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3300 and G700SE.

As you have seen, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon S3300 to provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more modern S3300 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon S3300 vs Ricoh G700SE sensor size comparison

Nikon S3300 vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S3300 vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S3300 Portrait photography info
Ricoh G700SE Portrait photography info
40
you can focus manually
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
provides face detect focusing
lack of manual mode
no external flash support
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
29
you can focus manually
manual mode not possible
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon S3300 as a Street photography camera
Ricoh G700SE as a Street photography camera
63
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average (128g)
no moving screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
51
weather proofing
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
heavier than average (307g)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S3300 as a Sports photography camera
Ricoh G700SE as a Sports photography camera
40
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
provides tracking focus
no shutter priority
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
terrible battery pack (180 shots)
lack of phase detect AF
25
weather proofing
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S3300 Travel photography highlights
Ricoh G700SE Travel photography highlights
66
lighter than average (128 grams)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
rather wide (26mm)
no Timelapse mode
terrible battery pack (180 CIPA)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
59
weather proofing
has built in flash
rather wide (28mm)
heavier than average (307 grams)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S3300 as a Landscape photography camera
Ricoh G700SE as a Landscape photography camera
41
you can focus manually
rather wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
lack of manual mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
terrible battery pack (180 shots)
no Timelapse mode
40
you can focus manually
rather wide (28mm)
screen is a decent size (3")
weather proofing
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
manual mode not possible
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S3300 as a Vlogging camera
Ricoh G700SE as a Vlogging camera
33
rather wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detect focusing
lighter than average (128 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
no microphone socket
23
rather wide (28mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 resolution)
missing external mic jack
heavier than average (307g)
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Nikon S3300 vs Ricoh G700SE Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S3300 and Ricoh G700SE
 Nikon Coolpix S3300Ricoh G700SE
General Information
Make Nikon Ricoh
Model type Nikon Coolpix S3300 Ricoh G700SE
Category Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Launched 2012-02-01 2010-10-13
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
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 16 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 3:2
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3456 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 64
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-156mm (6.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.5-6.5 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing range 1cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 920 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen technology TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 secs 8 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1500 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - 10.00 m (Auto ISO)
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) 640 x 480, 320 x 240
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video file format MPEG-4 -
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
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 128g (0.28 lbs) 307g (0.68 lbs)
Physical dimensions 95 x 58 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 life 180 images -
Form of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID EN-EL19 DB-60
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Launch pricing $99 $0