Olympus 6020 vs Ricoh G700SE
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36 Features
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88 Imaging
35 Features
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Olympus 6020 vs Ricoh G700SE Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 122g - 95 x 62 x 22mm
- Launched February 2010
- Also Known as mju Tough 6020
(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 6020 vs Ricoh G700SE Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Olympus 6020 and Ricoh G700SE, both Waterproof cameras by companies Olympus and Ricoh. The image resolution of the 6020 (13MP) and the G700SE (12MP) is very close and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The 6020 was manufactured 8 months before the G700SE so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the 6020 grades against the G700SE in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus 6020 vs Ricoh G700SE Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 & Ricoh G700SE. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus 6020 Gallery & Ricoh G700SE Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 6020 over the Ricoh G700SE
6020 | G700SE |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Olympus 6020
G700SE | 6020 | |||
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Revealed | October 2010 | ![]() | February 2010 | Fresher by 8 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus 6020 and Ricoh G700SE
6020 | G700SE | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Olympus 6020 vs Ricoh G700SE Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus 6020 comes with exterior measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Ricoh G700SE has specifications of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).
Examine the Olympus 6020 and Ricoh G700SE in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the 6020 and the G700SE.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the 6020 and G700SE is 95 and 88 respectively.

Olympus 6020 vs Ricoh G700SE Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by viewing a spec sheet. The visual below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 6020 and G700SE.
Clearly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can expect to see the Olympus 6020 to result in more detail due to its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older 6020 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Olympus 6020 vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus 6020 vs Ricoh G700SE Specifications
Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 | Ricoh G700SE | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Ricoh |
Model type | Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 | Ricoh G700SE |
Also Known as | mju Tough 6020 | - |
Category | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Launched | 2010-02-02 | 2010-10-13 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 13 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 64 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/4s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 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 file format | H.264 | - |
Mic 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 | 122g (0.27 pounds) | 307g (0.68 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 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 Overall 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-50B | DB-60 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $279 | $0 |