Panasonic G100 vs Ricoh G700SE

Below, we are reviewing the Panasonic G100 versus Ricoh G700SE, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Ricoh. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the G100 (20MP) and G700SE (12MP) and the G100 (Four Thirds) and G700SE (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The G100 was announced 9 years later than the G700SE and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic G100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a short summation of how the G100 scores against the G700SE with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 and Ricoh G700SE. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic G100 Gallery and Ricoh G700SE Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic G100 has outside dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") with a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Ricoh G700SE has sizing of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).

Check the Panasonic G100 versus Ricoh G700SE in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the G100 against the G700SE.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G100 and G700SE is 81 and 88 respectively.

Normally, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by viewing specifications. The graphic underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G100 and G700SE.

Plainly, both cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G100 having a larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic G100 will result in more detail with its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more recent G100 will have an edge in sensor technology.