Panasonic FH20 vs Ricoh G700SE

On this page, we will be comparing the Panasonic FH20 versus Ricoh G700SE, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Ricoh. The image resolution of the FH20 (14MP) and the G700SE (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH20 was revealed 9 months before the G700SE and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a concise summary of how the FH20 grades versus the G700SE with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 and Ricoh G700SE. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FH20 Gallery and Ricoh G700SE Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FH20 has got exterior measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Ricoh G700SE has specifications of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FH20 versus Ricoh G700SE in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the FH20 compared to the G700SE.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FH20 and G700SE is 93 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements just by researching specifications. The visual below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FH20 and G700SE.

To sum up, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic FH20 to provide you with extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older FH20 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.