Panasonic S1R vs Ricoh G700SE

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic S1R vs Ricoh G700SE, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Ricoh. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and G700SE (12MP) and the S1R (Full frame) and G700SE (1/2.3") use totally different sensor size.

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The S1R was announced 8 years later than the G700SE and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic S1R 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 quick synopsis of how the S1R grades against the G700SE when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R and Ricoh G700SE. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic S1R Gallery and Ricoh G700SE Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S1R enjoys outside measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") accompanied by a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs) and the Ricoh G700SE has dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the S1R against the G700SE.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S1R and G700SE is 54 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements just by seeing specifications. The photograph here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S1R and G700SE.

To sum up, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The S1R having a bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Panasonic S1R will produce greater detail with its extra 35 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The younger S1R is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.