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Panasonic ZR1 vs Ricoh G700SE

Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 front
 
Ricoh G700SE front
Portability
88
Imaging
35
Features
29
Overall
32

Panasonic ZR1 vs Ricoh G700SE Key Specs

Panasonic ZR1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 158g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
  • Launched July 2009
  • Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-ZX1
Ricoh G700SE
(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
  • Launched October 2010
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Panasonic ZR1 vs Ricoh G700SE Overview

Below, we will be matching up the Panasonic ZR1 vs Ricoh G700SE, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the ZR1 (12MP) and the G700SE (12MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ZR1 was revealed 14 months before the G700SE which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a quick summary of how the ZR1 grades vs the G700SE in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Ricoh G700SE

 ZR1 G700SE 

Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Panasonic ZR1

 G700SE ZR1 
LaunchedOctober 2010July 2009More recent by 14 months
Focus manually More exact focus
Screen dimension3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution920k230kSharper screen (+690k dot)

Common features in the Panasonic ZR1 and Ricoh G700SE

 ZR1 G700SE 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch screen Lack of Touch screen

Panasonic ZR1 vs Ricoh G700SE Physical Comparison

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZR1 offers physical dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Ricoh G700SE has measurements 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 that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the ZR1 vs the G700SE.

Panasonic ZR1 vs Ricoh G700SE size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZR1 and G700SE is 94 and 88 respectively.

Panasonic ZR1 vs Ricoh G700SE top view buttons comparison

Panasonic ZR1 vs Ricoh G700SE Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements only by seeing specifications. The photograph below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZR1 and G700SE.

Plainly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of photos although you will need to take the production date of the cameras into account. The older ZR1 will be behind in sensor innovation.

Panasonic ZR1 vs Ricoh G700SE sensor size comparison

Panasonic ZR1 vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic ZR1 vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic ZR1 Portrait photography details
Ricoh G700SE Portrait photography details
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no manual focus
manual mode not available
no external flash support
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
29
focusing manually
lack of manual exposure
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Panasonic ZR1 Street photography highlights
Ricoh G700SE Street photography highlights
56
image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
51
environment proof
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
heavier than competitors in class (307g)
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic ZR1 as a Sports photography camera
Ricoh G700SE as a Sports photography camera
25
image stabilization (Optical)
slow continuous shooting (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority
low resolution sensor (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
25
environment proof
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic ZR1 Travel photography features
Ricoh G700SE Travel photography features
57
built-in flash
really wide (25mm)
lack of Timelapse function
low resolution sensor (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
59
environment proof
has built in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
heavier than competitors in class (307g)
low MP (12 megapixels)
does not have selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic ZR1 Landscape photography information
Ricoh G700SE Landscape photography information
32
really wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
manual mode not available
low resolution sensor (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
lack of Timelapse function
40
focusing manually
reasonably wide (28mm)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
environment proof
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
lack of manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic ZR1 Vlogging factors
Ricoh G700SE Vlogging factors
28
really wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of microphone port
23
reasonably wide (28mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
does not have selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 pixels)
does not have mic port
heavier than competitors in class (307 grams)
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Panasonic ZR1 vs Ricoh G700SE Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic ZR1 and Ricoh G700SE
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1Ricoh G700SE
General Information
Brand Name Panasonic Ricoh
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 Ricoh G700SE
Also called Lumix DMC-ZX1 -
Class Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Launched 2009-07-27 2010-10-13
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Venus Engine V -
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 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 3:2
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 6400 3200
Lowest native ISO 80 64
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points 11 -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 25-200mm (8.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/3.3-5.9 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focus distance 3cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 920 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 60 seconds 8 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1500 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 2.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 5.10 m 10.00 m (Auto ISO)
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync 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
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 file format Motion JPEG -
Mic jack
Headphone jack
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 158g (0.35 pounds) 307g (0.68 pounds)
Dimensions 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") 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
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Launch cost $280 $0