Pentax MX-1 vs Ricoh G700SE
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35 Features
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Pentax MX-1 vs Ricoh G700SE Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F1.8-2.5) lens
- 391g - 122 x 61 x 51mm
- Revealed July 2013
(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
- Announced October 2010

Pentax MX-1 vs Ricoh G700SE Overview
Its time to examine more closely at the Pentax MX-1 and Ricoh G700SE, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies Pentax and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the MX-1 (12MP) and the G700SE (12MP) is fairly similar but the MX-1 (1/1.7") and G700SE (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizing.

The MX-1 was announced 2 years later than the G700SE and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summation of how the MX-1 grades vs the G700SE when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Pentax MX-1 vs Ricoh G700SE Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax MX-1 and Ricoh G700SE. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax MX-1 Gallery and Ricoh G700SE Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax MX-1 over the Ricoh G700SE
MX-1 | G700SE | |||
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Announced | July 2013 | ![]() | October 2010 | Fresher by 34 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Pentax MX-1
G700SE | MX-1 |
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Common features in the Pentax MX-1 and Ricoh G700SE
MX-1 | G700SE | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display measurement |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 920k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Pentax MX-1 vs Ricoh G700SE Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax MX-1 has got exterior dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") along with a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs) while 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).
Examine the Pentax MX-1 and Ricoh G700SE in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the MX-1 compared to the G700SE.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the MX-1 and G700SE is 84 and 88 respectively.

Pentax MX-1 vs Ricoh G700SE Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's hard to see the gap between sensor sizing purely by going over technical specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the MX-1 and G700SE.
As you have seen, each of the cameras have got the exact same megapixels but not the same sensor sizing. The MX-1 offers the larger sensor which is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier. The fresher MX-1 will have a benefit in sensor technology.

Pentax MX-1 vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax MX-1 vs Ricoh G700SE Specifications
Pentax MX-1 | Ricoh G700SE | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Pentax | Ricoh |
Model | Pentax MX-1 | Ricoh G700SE |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2013-07-01 | 2010-10-13 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/1.8-2.5 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 920 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD with AR coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Speed sync, Trailing Curtain sync | Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | 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 | 391g (0.86 lbs) | 307g (0.68 lbs) |
Dimensions | 122 x 61 x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") | 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 49 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 208 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 290 photographs | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-Li-106 | DB-60 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $400 | $0 |