Pentax P80 vs Ricoh G700SE

Let's look more in depth at the Pentax P80 vs Ricoh G700SE, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Pentax and Ricoh. The image resolution of the P80 (12MP) and the G700SE (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The P80 was released 14 months earlier than the G700SE which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the P80 scores vs the G700SE when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio P80 & Ricoh G700SE. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax P80 Gallery & Ricoh G700SE Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Pentax P80 features outer dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and 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).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the P80 vs the G700SE.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the P80 and G700SE is 95 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions merely by going through technical specs. The pic underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the P80 and G700SE.

As you can tell, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution so you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you have to factor the age of the cameras into account. The more aged P80 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.