Panasonic FX78 vs Ricoh G700SE

Lets take a deeper look at the Panasonic FX78 and Ricoh G700SE, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Ricoh. The resolution of the FX78 (12MP) and the G700SE (12MP) is pretty close and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FX78 was brought out 4 months later than the G700SE so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the FX78 scores versus the G700SE when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 and Ricoh G700SE. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FX78 Gallery and Ricoh G700SE Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FX78 has exterior dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 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).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the FX78 versus the G700SE.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FX78 and G700SE is 95 and 88 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing purely by researching a spec sheet. The photograph below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FX78 and G700SE.

Clearly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of files however you will want to factor the production date of the cameras into account.