Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Ricoh G700SE
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Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Ricoh G700SE Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-420mm (F3.5-5.4) lens
- 455g - 110 x 90 x 91mm
- Released February 2010
- Superseded the Olympus SP-590 UZ
- Updated by Olympus SP-610UZ
(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
- Released October 2010

Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Ricoh G700SE Overview
The following is a in-depth overview of the Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Ricoh G700SE, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the SP-600 UZ (12MP) and the G700SE (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SP-600 UZ was revealed 8 months prior to the G700SE and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summary of how the SP-600 UZ matches up vs the G700SE when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Ricoh G700SE Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-600 UZ and Ricoh G700SE. The full galleries are available at Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery and Ricoh G700SE Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-600 UZ over the Ricoh G700SE
SP-600 UZ | G700SE |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Olympus SP-600 UZ
G700SE | SP-600 UZ | |||
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Released | October 2010 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 8 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SP-600 UZ and Ricoh G700SE
SP-600 UZ | G700SE | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Ricoh G700SE Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-600 UZ has got physical measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") along with a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) while the Ricoh G700SE has proportions of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).
Look at the Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Ricoh G700SE in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the SP-600 UZ against the G700SE.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-600 UZ and G700SE is 69 and 88 respectively.

Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Ricoh G700SE Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions only by looking at specs. The pic here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-600 UZ and G700SE.
All in all, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution and you should expect similar quality of photos although you might want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged SP-600 UZ is going to be behind in sensor technology.

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Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Ricoh G700SE Specifications
Olympus SP-600 UZ | Ricoh G700SE | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Ricoh |
Model | Olympus SP-600 UZ | Ricoh G700SE |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Released | 2010-02-02 | 2010-10-13 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 143 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-420mm (15.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.4 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/2s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264 | - |
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 455 grams (1.00 pounds) | 307 grams (0.68 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 90 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") | 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $189 | $0 |