Panasonic SZ1 vs Ricoh G700SE
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Panasonic SZ1 vs Ricoh G700SE Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 131g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Revealed January 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 307g - 117 x 68 x 32mm
- Introduced October 2010
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Its time to look a little more closely at the Panasonic SZ1 and Ricoh G700SE, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Ricoh. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the SZ1 (16MP) and G700SE (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe SZ1 was unveiled 16 months later than the G700SE making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SZ1 grades vs the G700SE in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 and Ricoh G700SE. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ1 Gallery and Ricoh G700SE Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ1 over the Ricoh G700SE
| SZ1 | G700SE | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2012 |  | October 2010 | Fresher by 16 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Panasonic SZ1
| G700SE | SZ1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial precise focus | ||
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic SZ1 and Ricoh G700SE
| SZ1 | G700SE | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Panasonic SZ1 vs Ricoh G700SE Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic SZ1 has got external measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Ricoh G700SE has proportions of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).
Check the Panasonic SZ1 and Ricoh G700SE in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the SZ1 versus the G700SE.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ1 and G700SE is 95 and 88 respectively.
Panasonic SZ1 vs Ricoh G700SE Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing just by checking specs. The photograph underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ1 and G700SE.
All in all, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic SZ1 to resolve extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images a little more aggressively. The newer SZ1 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.
Panasonic SZ1 vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic SZ1 vs Ricoh G700SE Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 | Ricoh G700SE | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Panasonic | Ricoh |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 | Ricoh G700SE |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
| Revealed | 2012-01-09 | 2010-10-13 |
| Physical type | 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 area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Number of focus points | 23 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
| Macro focus distance | 4cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 920k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1500s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.60 m | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4 | - |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 131 grams (0.29 pounds) | 307 grams (0.68 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 250 shots | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | - | DB-60 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Pricing at release | $179 | $0 |
