Pentax WS80 vs Ricoh G700SE
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Pentax WS80 vs Ricoh G700SE Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F3.8-4.7) lens
- 125g - 92 x 60 x 22mm
- Announced August 2009
(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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Its time to look closer at the Pentax WS80 vs Ricoh G700SE, both Waterproof cameras by competitors Pentax and Ricoh. The resolution of the WS80 (10MP) and the G700SE (12MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe WS80 was released 14 months before the G700SE which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise overview of how the WS80 matches up vs the G700SE when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Pentax WS80 over the Ricoh G700SE
| WS80 | G700SE |
|---|
Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Pentax WS80
| G700SE | WS80 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | October 2010 |  | August 2009 | More modern by 14 months |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Crisper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax WS80 and Ricoh G700SE
| WS80 | G700SE | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More accurate focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Missing Touch screen |
Pentax WS80 vs Ricoh G700SE Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Pentax WS80 comes with external measurements of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Ricoh G700SE has sizing of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).
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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the WS80 and the G700SE.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WS80 and G700SE is 95 and 88 respectively.
Pentax WS80 vs Ricoh G700SE Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes simply by researching technical specs. The picture below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the WS80 and G700SE.
As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Ricoh G700SE to provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged WS80 will be behind in sensor technology.
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Pentax WS80 vs Ricoh G700SE Specifications
| Pentax Optio WS80 | Ricoh G700SE | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Pentax | Ricoh |
| Model type | Pentax Optio WS80 | Ricoh G700SE |
| Type | Waterproof | Waterproof |
| Announced | 2009-08-05 | 2010-10-13 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Prime | - |
| 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 | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 64 | 64 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.8-4.7 | f/3.5-5.5 |
| Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 230k dots | 920k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1500 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.40 m | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
| Flash modes | 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 | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 125g (0.28 pounds) | 307g (0.68 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 92 x 60 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 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 ID | D-LI68 | 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 |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Pricing at release | $220 | $0 |