Olympus 550WP vs Ricoh G700SE
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Olympus 550WP vs Ricoh G700SE Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-114mm (F3.5-5.0) lens
- 167g - 94 x 62 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
- Alternate Name is mju 550WP
(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 550WP vs Ricoh G700SE Overview
Below is a detailed analysis of the Olympus 550WP and Ricoh G700SE, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Ricoh. The resolution of the 550WP (10MP) and the G700SE (12MP) is very close and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The 550WP was brought out 21 months prior to the G700SE making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a full comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the 550WP grades versus the G700SE in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Olympus 550WP vs Ricoh G700SE Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 550WP and Ricoh G700SE. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus 550WP Gallery and Ricoh G700SE Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 550WP over the Ricoh G700SE
550WP | G700SE |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Olympus 550WP
G700SE | 550WP | |||
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Revealed | October 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 21 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus 550WP and Ricoh G700SE
550WP | G700SE | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Olympus 550WP vs Ricoh G700SE Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 550WP enjoys outer measurements of 94mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Ricoh G700SE has dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).
See the Olympus 550WP and Ricoh G700SE in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the 550WP vs the G700SE.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the 550WP and G700SE is 94 and 88 respectively.

Olympus 550WP vs Ricoh G700SE Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements simply by looking through technical specs. The photograph here should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 550WP and G700SE.
As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Ricoh G700SE to render extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The older 550WP will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Olympus 550WP vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus 550WP vs Ricoh G700SE Specifications
Olympus Stylus 550WP | Ricoh G700SE | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Ricoh |
Model | Olympus Stylus 550WP | Ricoh G700SE |
Also Known as | mju 550WP | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2009-01-07 | 2010-10-13 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 64 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 38-114mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.0 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 7cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/1500s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 167 gr (0.37 pounds) | 307 gr (0.68 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 62 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" 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 | ||
Type of storage | xD-Picture Card, microSD, internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $399 | $0 |