Panasonic FP5 vs Ricoh G700SE

Here, we are matching up the Panasonic FP5 and Ricoh G700SE, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Ricoh. The resolution of the FP5 (14MP) and the G700SE (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FP5 was launched 3 months later than the G700SE so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the FP5 scores against the G700SE in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 & Ricoh G700SE. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP5 Gallery & Ricoh G700SE Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FP5 comes with outside measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Ricoh G700SE has specifications of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the FP5 compared to the G700SE.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP5 and G700SE is 95 and 88 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by going through a spec sheet. The visual here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FP5 and G700SE.

Clearly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic FP5 to show more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images way more aggressively.