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Pentax X70 vs Ricoh G700SE

Portability
71
Imaging
34
Features
34
Overall
34
Pentax X70 front
 
Ricoh G700SE front
Portability
88
Imaging
35
Features
29
Overall
32

Pentax X70 vs Ricoh G700SE Key Specs

Pentax X70
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 50 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
  • 410g - 110 x 83 x 90mm
  • Released March 2009
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
  • Announced October 2010
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Pentax X70 vs Ricoh G700SE Overview

Its time to look more in depth at the Pentax X70 and Ricoh G700SE, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Pentax and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the X70 (12MP) and the G700SE (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The X70 was introduced 19 months before the G700SE which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras feature different body design with the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the X70 scores against the G700SE in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Pentax X70 over the Ricoh G700SE

 X70 G700SE 

Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Pentax X70

 G700SE X70 
AnnouncedOctober 2010March 2009More recent by 19 months
Screen size3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution920k230kCrisper screen (+690k dot)

Common features in the Pentax X70 and Ricoh G700SE

 X70 G700SE 
Manual focus Dial precise focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly screen No Touch friendly screen

Pentax X70 vs Ricoh G700SE Physical Comparison

If you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax X70 features physical dimensions of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") and a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Ricoh G700SE has proportions of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).

Examine the Pentax X70 and Ricoh G700SE in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the X70 against the G700SE.

Pentax X70 vs Ricoh G700SE size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the X70 and G700SE is 71 and 88 respectively.

Pentax X70 vs Ricoh G700SE top view buttons comparison

Pentax X70 vs Ricoh G700SE Sensor Comparison

Usually, it's hard to visualize the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the X70 and G700SE.

All in all, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you should really consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The older X70 will be behind in sensor innovation.

Pentax X70 vs Ricoh G700SE sensor size comparison

Pentax X70 vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and ViewFinder

Pentax X70 vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Pentax X70
Portrait photography with Ricoh G700SE
28
manual focus
cannot use external flash
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
29
you can focus manually
no manual control
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Pentax X70
Street photography with Ricoh G700SE
46
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
51
weather proofing
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
more heavy than competition (307 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Pentax X70 Sports photography features
Ricoh G700SE Sports photography features
50
excellent zoom range (26-624mm 24.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes tracking focus
sensor has phase detect AF
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
25
weather proofing
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Pentax X70 as a Travel photography camera
Ricoh G700SE as a Travel photography camera
52
has built in flash
relatively wide (26mm)
great zoom (624mm)
missing Timelapse mode
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
59
weather proofing
flash built-in
quite wide (28mm)
more heavy than competition (307g)
resolution not great (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Pentax X70 Landscape photography advice
Ricoh G700SE Landscape photography advice
35
manual focus
relatively wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
missing Timelapse mode
40
you can focus manually
quite wide (28mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
weather proofing
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
no manual control
no image stabilization
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Pentax X70
Vlogging with Ricoh G700SE
24
relatively wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing microphone support
23
quite wide (28mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
display isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video quality not great (640 x 480 pxls)
does not have microphone support
more heavy than competition (307 grams)
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Pentax X70 vs Ricoh G700SE Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Pentax X70 and Ricoh G700SE
 Pentax X70Ricoh G700SE
General Information
Brand Name Pentax Ricoh
Model Pentax X70 Ricoh G700SE
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Waterproof
Released 2009-03-02 2010-10-13
Physical type SLR-like (bridge) 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 12MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 3:2
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 6400 3200
Min native ISO 50 64
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 26-624mm (24.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture f/2.8-5.0 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focus distance 10cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 230 thousand dots 920 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4s 8s
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000s 1/1500s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 9.10 m 10.00 m (Auto ISO)
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance 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 fps) 640 x 480, 320 x 240
Max video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video data format Motion JPEG -
Microphone support
Headphone support
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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 410g (0.90 lbs) 307g (0.68 lbs)
Physical dimensions 110 x 83 x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery model D-LI92 DB-60
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Retail price $200 $0