Pentax S1 vs Ricoh G700SE
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Pentax S1 vs Ricoh G700SE Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Revealed March 2011
(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
- Announced October 2010

Pentax S1 vs Ricoh G700SE Overview
In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Pentax S1 and Ricoh G700SE, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Pentax and Ricoh. The resolution of the S1 (14MP) and the G700SE (12MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The S1 was released 5 months after the G700SE so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a short highlight of how the S1 matches up versus the G700SE with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Pentax S1 vs Ricoh G700SE Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio S1 & Ricoh G700SE. The complete galleries are available at Pentax S1 Gallery & Ricoh G700SE Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax S1 over the Ricoh G700SE
S1 | G700SE |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Pentax S1
G700SE | S1 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax S1 and Ricoh G700SE
S1 | G700SE | |||
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Announced | March 2011 | ![]() | October 2010 | Similar age |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Pentax S1 vs Ricoh G700SE Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Pentax S1 offers outer measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Ricoh G700SE has specifications of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).
Examine the Pentax S1 and Ricoh G700SE in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the S1 against the G700SE.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1 and G700SE is 93 and 88 respectively.

Pentax S1 vs Ricoh G700SE Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading through specs. The pic below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S1 and G700SE.
As you can plainly see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Pentax S1 to give you extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively.

Pentax S1 vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Pentax S1 vs Ricoh G700SE Specifications
Pentax Optio S1 | Ricoh G700SE | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Ricoh |
Model type | Pentax Optio S1 | Ricoh G700SE |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2011-03-02 | 2010-10-13 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.90 m | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 157g (0.35 lbs) | 307g (0.68 lbs) |
Dimensions | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 photos | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | DB-60 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $174 | $0 |