Panasonic LS5 vs Ricoh G700SE
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Panasonic LS5 vs Ricoh G700SE Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 126g - 97 x 62 x 27mm
- Introduced July 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 307g - 117 x 68 x 32mm
- Announced October 2010

Panasonic LS5 vs Ricoh G700SE Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Panasonic LS5 versus Ricoh G700SE, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Ricoh. The resolution of the LS5 (14MP) and the G700SE (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The LS5 was unveiled 10 months after the G700SE so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the LS5 scores against the G700SE in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic LS5 vs Ricoh G700SE Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 & Ricoh G700SE. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic LS5 Gallery & Ricoh G700SE Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LS5 over the Ricoh G700SE
LS5 | G700SE | |||
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Announced | July 2011 | ![]() | October 2010 | More modern by 10 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Panasonic LS5
G700SE | LS5 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic LS5 and Ricoh G700SE
LS5 | G700SE | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Panasonic LS5 vs Ricoh G700SE Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LS5 has got outside dimensions of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Ricoh G700SE has measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).
Check the Panasonic LS5 versus Ricoh G700SE in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the LS5 versus the G700SE.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LS5 and G700SE is 94 and 88 respectively.

Panasonic LS5 vs Ricoh G700SE Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes purely by researching specifications. The image underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the LS5 and G700SE.
Plainly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Panasonic LS5 to provide you with extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more modern LS5 should have an edge in sensor tech.

Panasonic LS5 vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic LS5 vs Ricoh G700SE Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 | Ricoh G700SE | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Ricoh |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 | Ricoh G700SE |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2011-07-21 | 2010-10-13 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.60 m | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 126 grams (0.28 pounds) | 307 grams (0.68 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 62 x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 160 images | - |
Form of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | DB-60 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $294 | $0 |