Panasonic 3D1 vs Ricoh G700SE
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Panasonic 3D1 vs Ricoh G700SE Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 193g - 108 x 58 x 24mm
- Launched November 2011
(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
- Introduced October 2010

Panasonic 3D1 vs Ricoh G700SE Overview
Following is a detailed comparison of the Panasonic 3D1 and Ricoh G700SE, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Ricoh. The resolution of the 3D1 (12MP) and the G700SE (12MP) is pretty close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The 3D1 was brought out 13 months after the G700SE which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the 3D1 matches up against the G700SE with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic 3D1 vs Ricoh G700SE Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 & Ricoh G700SE. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery & Ricoh G700SE Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic 3D1 over the Ricoh G700SE
3D1 | G700SE | |||
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Introduced | November 2011 | ![]() | October 2010 | More modern by 13 months |
Screen dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Panasonic 3D1
G700SE | 3D1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic 3D1 and Ricoh G700SE
3D1 | G700SE | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Panasonic 3D1 vs Ricoh G700SE Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic 3D1 offers outside measurements of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Ricoh G700SE has proportions 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 Panasonic 3D1 and Ricoh G700SE in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the 3D1 versus the G700SE.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the 3D1 and G700SE is 93 and 88 respectively.

Panasonic 3D1 vs Ricoh G700SE Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching technical specs. The picture below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the 3D1 and G700SE.
As you can tell, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos however you will want to factor the age of the cameras into account. The newer 3D1 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

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Panasonic 3D1 vs Ricoh G700SE Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | Ricoh G700SE | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Ricoh |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | Ricoh G700SE |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2011-11-07 | 2010-10-13 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT Full Touch Screen with AR coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG | - |
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 193g (0.43 pounds) | 307g (0.68 pounds) |
Dimensions | 108 x 58 x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" 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 life | 200 shots | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | DB-60 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $670 | $0 |