Nikon S8200 vs Ricoh G700SE
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Nikon S8200 vs Ricoh G700SE Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-350mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 213g - 104 x 59 x 33mm
- Launched August 2011
(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

Nikon S8200 vs Ricoh G700SE Overview
Following is a in-depth analysis of the Nikon S8200 vs Ricoh G700SE, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Ricoh. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the S8200 (16MP) and G700SE (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S8200 was introduced 11 months after the G700SE so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the S8200 matches up against the G700SE in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S8200 vs Ricoh G700SE Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S8200 and Ricoh G700SE. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S8200 Gallery and Ricoh G700SE Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S8200 over the Ricoh G700SE
S8200 | G700SE | |||
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Announced | August 2011 | ![]() | October 2010 | More modern by 11 months |
Display resolution | 961k | ![]() | 920k | Sharper display (+41k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Nikon S8200
G700SE | S8200 |
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Common features in the Nikon S8200 and Ricoh G700SE
S8200 | G700SE | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Nikon S8200 vs Ricoh G700SE Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S8200 offers physical measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Ricoh G700SE has sizing of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S8200 vs Ricoh G700SE in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the S8200 against the G700SE.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S8200 and G700SE is 91 and 88 respectively.

Nikon S8200 vs Ricoh G700SE Sensor Comparison
Often, it's tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes simply by going through a spec sheet. The image here should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S8200 and G700SE.
Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Nikon S8200 to show extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The newer S8200 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.

Nikon S8200 vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S8200 vs Ricoh G700SE Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S8200 | Ricoh G700SE | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S8200 | Ricoh G700SE |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2011-08-24 | 2010-10-13 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-350mm (14.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 961 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 213g (0.47 lbs) | 307g (0.68 lbs) |
Dimensions | 104 x 59 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 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 | 250 shots | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | DB-60 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $329 | $0 |