Panasonic LX3 vs Ricoh G700SE

Here, we are looking at the Panasonic LX3 and Ricoh G700SE, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the LX3 (10MP) and the G700SE (12MP) is fairly comparable but the LX3 (1/1.63") and G700SE (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizes.

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The LX3 was announced 23 months before the G700SE making them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief summation of how the LX3 grades vs the G700SE for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 & Ricoh G700SE. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic LX3 Gallery & Ricoh G700SE Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera, you have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic LX3 enjoys exterior dimensions of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs) and the Ricoh G700SE has specifications of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the LX3 versus the G700SE.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LX3 and G700SE is 91 and 88 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions just by checking out specs. The picture underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the LX3 and G700SE.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The LX3 with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Ricoh G700SE will show more detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged LX3 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.