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Olympus 6010 vs Ricoh G700SE

Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29
Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 front
 
Ricoh G700SE front
Portability
88
Imaging
35
Features
29
Overall
32

Olympus 6010 vs Ricoh G700SE Key Specs

Olympus 6010
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
  • 179g - 95 x 63 x 22mm
  • Introduced July 2009
  • Alternate Name is mju Tough 6010
Ricoh G700SE
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 307g - 117 x 68 x 32mm
  • Launched October 2010
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Olympus 6010 vs Ricoh G700SE Overview

Here, we will be matching up the Olympus 6010 versus Ricoh G700SE, both Waterproof digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Ricoh. The image resolution of the 6010 (12MP) and the G700SE (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The 6010 was brought out 15 months before the G700SE which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the 6010 matches up against the G700SE in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Olympus 6010 over the Ricoh G700SE

 6010 G700SE 

Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Olympus 6010

 G700SE 6010 
LaunchedOctober 2010July 2009More modern by 15 months
Manual focus Dial exact focusing
Screen size3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution920k230kCrisper screen (+690k dot)

Common features in the Olympus 6010 and Ricoh G700SE

 6010 G700SE 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither has Touch friendly screen

Olympus 6010 vs Ricoh G700SE Physical Comparison

For those who are going to carry around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus 6010 has external dimensions of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Ricoh G700SE has proportions of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).

See the Olympus 6010 versus Ricoh G700SE in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the 6010 against the G700SE.

Olympus 6010 vs Ricoh G700SE size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the 6010 and G700SE is 94 and 88 respectively.

Olympus 6010 vs Ricoh G700SE top view buttons comparison

Olympus 6010 vs Ricoh G700SE Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specs. The pic underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the 6010 and G700SE.

All in all, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photos however you might want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged 6010 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Olympus 6010 vs Ricoh G700SE sensor size comparison

Olympus 6010 vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus 6010 vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Olympus 6010 Portrait photography advice
Ricoh G700SE Portrait photography advice
21
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
no external flash support
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
29
has manual focus
lack of manual mode
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Olympus 6010 Street photography details
Ricoh G700SE Street photography details
62
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proof
no articulating screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
51
weather proofing
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
more heavy than others (307 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Olympus 6010 Sports photography highlights
Ricoh G700SE Sports photography highlights
34
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proof
no shutter priority
low MP (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
25
weather proofing
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Olympus 6010 Travel photography features
Ricoh G700SE Travel photography features
61
weather proof
built-in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
low MP (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.5)
59
weather proofing
flash built-in
relatively wide (28mm)
more heavy than others (307g)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Olympus 6010 Landscape photography information
Ricoh G700SE Landscape photography information
35
reasonably wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proof
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
small screen (2.7 inch)
no manual control
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
does not have Time Lapse function
40
has manual focus
relatively wide (28mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
weather proofing
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
lack of manual mode
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Olympus 6010
Vlogging with Ricoh G700SE
28
reasonably wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (640 x 480 resolution)
does not have external mic support
23
relatively wide (28mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 pxls)
lack of microphone port
more heavy than others (307g)
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Olympus 6010 vs Ricoh G700SE Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus 6010 and Ricoh G700SE
 Olympus Stylus Tough 6010Ricoh G700SE
General Information
Manufacturer Olympus Ricoh
Model type Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 Ricoh G700SE
Otherwise known as mju Tough 6010 -
Type Waterproof Waterproof
Introduced 2009-07-17 2010-10-13
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor 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 alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 3:2
Maximum resolution 3968 x 2976 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Minimum native ISO 64 64
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-102mm (3.6x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/3.5-5.1 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing range 2cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7" 3"
Display resolution 230k dot 920k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 1/4 secs 8 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1500 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 4.00 m 10.00 m (Auto ISO)
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 640 x 480, 320 x 240
Maximum video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video 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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 179 grams (0.39 pounds) 307 grams (0.68 pounds)
Physical dimensions 95 x 63 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") 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 ID LI-50C DB-60
Self timer Yes (12 seconds) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Cost at launch $0 $0