Panasonic FS12 vs Ricoh G700SE

On this page, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FS12 vs Ricoh G700SE, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the FS12 (12MP) and the G700SE (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FS12 was launched 18 months earlier than the G700SE which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FS12 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the FS12 grades versus the G700SE with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 and Ricoh G700SE. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FS12 Gallery and Ricoh G700SE Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera, you should consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FS12 offers outside dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) and 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).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the FS12 compared to the G700SE.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FS12 and G700SE is 95 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by seeing technical specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FS12 and G700SE.

As you can tell, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of files though you may want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The older FS12 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.