Olympus FE-4000 vs Ricoh G700SE
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Olympus FE-4000 vs Ricoh G700SE Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
- 136g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Launched July 2009
- Alternate Name is X-925
(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
- Revealed October 2010

Olympus FE-4000 vs Ricoh G700SE Overview
Here, we are matching up the Olympus FE-4000 versus Ricoh G700SE, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Ricoh. The resolution of the FE-4000 (12MP) and the G700SE (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The FE-4000 was launched 14 months prior to the G700SE making them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the FE-4000 matches up versus the G700SE in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus FE-4000 vs Ricoh G700SE Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus FE-4000 and Ricoh G700SE. The complete galleries are available at Olympus FE-4000 Gallery and Ricoh G700SE Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-4000 over the Ricoh G700SE
FE-4000 | G700SE |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Olympus FE-4000
G700SE | FE-4000 | |||
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Revealed | October 2010 | ![]() | July 2009 | Newer by 14 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus FE-4000 and Ricoh G700SE
FE-4000 | G700SE | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
Olympus FE-4000 vs Ricoh G700SE Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus FE-4000 has physical measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Ricoh G700SE has specifications of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).
Look at the Olympus FE-4000 versus Ricoh G700SE in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the FE-4000 vs the G700SE.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FE-4000 and G700SE is 95 and 88 respectively.

Olympus FE-4000 vs Ricoh G700SE Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its hard to envision the gap in sensor dimensions only by going through technical specs. The image below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-4000 and G700SE.
As you can tell, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of files though you need to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged FE-4000 will be behind in sensor technology.

Olympus FE-4000 vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus FE-4000 vs Ricoh G700SE Specifications
Olympus FE-4000 | Ricoh G700SE | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Ricoh |
Model | Olympus FE-4000 | Ricoh G700SE |
Alternate name | X-925 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2009-07-22 | 2010-10-13 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic III | - |
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 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-105mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | 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 | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 136g (0.30 lb) | 307g (0.68 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" 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 | - | DB-60 |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $130 | $0 |