Nikon S9100 vs Ricoh G700SE

Following is a detailed analysis of the Nikon S9100 versus Ricoh G700SE, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. The resolution of the S9100 (12MP) and the G700SE (12MP) is relatively well matched and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S9100 was manufactured 10 months after the G700SE so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the S9100 grades versus the G700SE when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S9100 and Ricoh G700SE. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S9100 Gallery and Ricoh G700SE Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S9100 offers outer dimensions of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Ricoh G700SE has measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view size comparison of the S9100 compared to the G700SE.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S9100 and G700SE is 91 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes purely by looking at specifications. The image here might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S9100 and G700SE.

To sum up, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP so you should expect similar quality of photographs however you might want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The newer S9100 provides an advantage in sensor tech.