Panasonic FX580 vs Ricoh G700SE

Let's look a little more closely at the Panasonic FX580 versus Ricoh G700SE, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Ricoh. The resolution of the FX580 (12MP) and the G700SE (12MP) is very similar and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FX580 was released 20 months before the G700SE making them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summation of how the FX580 grades vs the G700SE with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 & Ricoh G700SE. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FX580 Gallery & Ricoh G700SE Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FX580 comes with external measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Ricoh G700SE has specifications of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the FX580 against the G700SE.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FX580 and G700SE is 95 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reviewing technical specs. The pic here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FX580 and G700SE.

As you have seen, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of images though you will need to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged FX580 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.