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Pentax WG-1 vs Ricoh G700SE

Portability
93
Imaging
36
Features
31
Overall
34
Pentax Optio WG-1 front
 
Ricoh G700SE front
Portability
88
Imaging
35
Features
29
Overall
32

Pentax WG-1 vs Ricoh G700SE Key Specs

Pentax WG-1
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
  • Revealed February 2011
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
  • Introduced October 2010
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Pentax WG-1 vs Ricoh G700SE Overview

The following is a detailed analysis of the Pentax WG-1 and Ricoh G700SE, both Waterproof cameras by brands Pentax and Ricoh. The resolution of the WG-1 (14MP) and the G700SE (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-1 was unveiled 4 months after the G700SE so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the WG-1 matches up versus the G700SE in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 over the Ricoh G700SE

 WG-1 G700SE 

Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Pentax WG-1

 G700SE WG-1 
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution920k230kSharper screen (+690k dot)

Common features in the Pentax WG-1 and Ricoh G700SE

 WG-1 G700SE 
IntroducedFebruary 2011October 2010Same generation
Manually focus Dial accurate focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch screen Lacking Touch screen

Pentax WG-1 vs Ricoh G700SE Physical Comparison

In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Pentax WG-1 has outside dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Ricoh G700SE has proportions of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax WG-1 and Ricoh G700SE in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the WG-1 and the G700SE.

Pentax WG-1 vs Ricoh G700SE size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-1 and G700SE is 93 and 88 respectively.

Pentax WG-1 vs Ricoh G700SE top view buttons comparison

Pentax WG-1 vs Ricoh G700SE Sensor Comparison

Usually, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions just by researching technical specs. The image underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-1 and G700SE.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Pentax WG-1 to provide you with greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively.

Pentax WG-1 vs Ricoh G700SE sensor size comparison

Pentax WG-1 vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and ViewFinder

Pentax WG-1 vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Pentax WG-1 Portrait photography features
Ricoh G700SE Portrait photography features
34
focusing manually
megapixel count decent (14MP)
manual mode not available
no external flash support
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
29
has manual focus
no manual control
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

Pentax WG-1 Street photography information
Ricoh G700SE Street photography information
54
weather sealing
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
51
weather proofing
no moving screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
more heavy than others (307 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Pentax WG-1 Sports photography highlights
Ricoh G700SE Sports photography highlights
36
megapixel count decent (14MP)
comes with tracking autofocus
weather sealing
slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
25
weather proofing
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Pentax WG-1 as a Travel photography camera
Ricoh G700SE as a Travel photography camera
71
weather sealing
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
59
weather proofing
has built in flash
rather wide (28mm)
more heavy than others (307 grams)
MP count low (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Pentax WG-1 Landscape photography advice
Ricoh G700SE Landscape photography advice
41
focusing manually
really wide (28mm)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
weather sealing
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
tiny screen (2.7")
manual mode not available
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
40
has manual focus
rather wide (28mm)
screen is a decent size (3")
weather proofing
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
no manual control
no image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

Pentax WG-1 Vlogging factors
Ricoh G700SE Vlogging factors
25
really wide (28mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external mic socket
23
rather wide (28mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 pixels)
lack of external microphone jack
more heavy than others (307g)
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Pentax WG-1 vs Ricoh G700SE Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Pentax WG-1 and Ricoh G700SE
 Pentax Optio WG-1Ricoh G700SE
General Information
Manufacturer Pentax Ricoh
Model type Pentax Optio WG-1 Ricoh G700SE
Category Waterproof Waterproof
Revealed 2011-02-07 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 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 4288 x 3216 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 6400 3200
Lowest native ISO 80 64
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
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)
Maximum aperture f/3.5-5.5 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing distance 1cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7" 3"
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 920 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen tech TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 secs 8 secs
Max shutter speed 1/1500 secs 1/1500 secs
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.90 m 10.00 m (Auto ISO)
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
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 data format Motion JPEG -
Microphone input
Headphone input
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 seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 157g (0.35 lbs) 307g (0.68 lbs)
Physical 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 Overall 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 images -
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 price $350 $0