Nikon S5100 vs Ricoh G700SE
95 Imaging
35 Features
21 Overall
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88 Imaging
35 Features
29 Overall
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Nikon S5100 vs Ricoh G700SE Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 132g - 97 x 57 x 22mm
- Announced August 2010
(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
- Introduced October 2010

Nikon S5100 vs Ricoh G700SE Overview
Lets look much closer at the Nikon S5100 and Ricoh G700SE, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the S5100 (12MP) and the G700SE (12MP) is very close and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S5100 was announced very close to the G700SE which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the S5100 scores vs the G700SE in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S5100 vs Ricoh G700SE Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S5100 and Ricoh G700SE. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S5100 Gallery and Ricoh G700SE Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S5100 over the Ricoh G700SE
S5100 | G700SE |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Nikon S5100
G700SE | S5100 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S5100 and Ricoh G700SE
S5100 | G700SE | |||
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Introduced | August 2010 | ![]() | October 2010 | Same generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Nikon S5100 vs Ricoh G700SE Physical Comparison
If you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S5100 offers external dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Ricoh G700SE has dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S5100 and Ricoh G700SE in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the S5100 vs the G700SE.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S5100 and G700SE is 95 and 88 respectively.

Nikon S5100 vs Ricoh G700SE Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements merely by researching specifications. The photograph here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S5100 and G700SE.
Plainly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of images but you might want to factor the release date of the cameras into account.

Nikon S5100 vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S5100 vs Ricoh G700SE Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S5100 | Ricoh G700SE | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S5100 | Ricoh G700SE |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2010-08-17 | 2010-10-13 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
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 | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.7-6.6 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE 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 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 132 gr (0.29 lbs) | 307 gr (0.68 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 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 model | EN-EL10 | DB-60 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $200 | $0 |