Panasonic TS2 vs Ricoh G700SE
93 Imaging
36 Features
29 Overall
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88 Imaging
35 Features
29 Overall
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Panasonic TS2 vs Ricoh G700SE Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
- Released January 2010
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT2
- Replaced the Panasonic TS1
- Replacement is Panasonic TS3
(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
- Launched October 2010

Panasonic TS2 vs Ricoh G700SE Overview
Lets examine more closely at the Panasonic TS2 vs Ricoh G700SE, both Waterproof digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Ricoh. The image resolution of the TS2 (14MP) and the G700SE (12MP) is fairly similar and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The TS2 was released 8 months prior to the G700SE so they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summary of how the TS2 grades versus the G700SE in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic TS2 vs Ricoh G700SE Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 & Ricoh G700SE. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS2 Gallery & Ricoh G700SE Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS2 over the Ricoh G700SE
TS2 | G700SE |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Panasonic TS2
G700SE | TS2 | |||
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Launched | October 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 8 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic TS2 and Ricoh G700SE
TS2 | G700SE | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Panasonic TS2 vs Ricoh G700SE Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS2 features external dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Ricoh G700SE has measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).
See the Panasonic TS2 vs Ricoh G700SE in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the TS2 compared to the G700SE.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the TS2 and G700SE is 93 and 88 respectively.

Panasonic TS2 vs Ricoh G700SE Sensor Comparison
Usually, its hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specifications. The image below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS2 and G700SE.
To sum up, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic TS2 to offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged TS2 is going to be behind in sensor technology.

Panasonic TS2 vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic TS2 vs Ricoh G700SE Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | Ricoh G700SE | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Ricoh |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | Ricoh G700SE |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-FT2 | - |
Class | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Released | 2010-01-26 | 2010-10-13 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine HD II | - |
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 aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.10 m | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | 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 | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | AVCHD Lite | - |
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 188 gr (0.41 lb) | 307 gr (0.68 lb) |
Dimensions | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 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 model | - | DB-60 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $350 | $0 |