Ricoh G700SE vs Ricoh GR III
88 Imaging
35 Features
29 Overall
32
90 Imaging
69 Features
62 Overall
66
Ricoh G700SE vs Ricoh GR III Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 102400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28mm (F2.8-16) lens
- 257g - 109 x 62 x 33mm
- Launched September 2018
- Old Model is Ricoh GR III
- Newer Model is Ricoh GR III
Ricoh G700SE vs Ricoh GR III Overview
Lets look more closely at the Ricoh G700SE vs Ricoh GR III, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both produced by Ricoh. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the G700SE (12MP) and GR III (24MP) and the G700SE (1/2.3") and GR III (APS-C) offer different sensor sizing.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe G700SE was manufactured 9 years earlier than the GR III which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Ricoh GR III being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the G700SE scores versus the GR III in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Ricoh G700SE vs Ricoh GR III Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh G700SE and Ricoh GR III. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh G700SE Gallery and Ricoh GR III Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Ricoh GR III
G700SE | GR III |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh GR III over the Ricoh G700SE
GR III | G700SE | |||
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Launched | September 2018 | October 2010 | More modern by 96 months | |
Display resolution | 1037k | 920k | Sharper display (+117k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh G700SE and Ricoh GR III
G700SE | GR III | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Ricoh G700SE vs Ricoh GR III Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Ricoh G700SE provides external measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs) while the Ricoh GR III has sizing of 109mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 257 grams (0.57 lbs).
Look at the Ricoh G700SE vs Ricoh GR III in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the G700SE vs the GR III.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G700SE and GR III is 88 and 90 respectively.
Ricoh G700SE vs Ricoh GR III Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes only by seeing specifications. The picture here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the G700SE and GR III.
Plainly, the two cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G700SE because of its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Ricoh GR III will produce more detail due to its extra 12MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged G700SE will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
Ricoh G700SE vs Ricoh GR III Screen and ViewFinder
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Ricoh G700SE vs Ricoh GR III Specifications
Ricoh G700SE | Ricoh GR III | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Ricoh |
Model type | Ricoh G700SE | Ricoh GR III |
Category | Waterproof | Large Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-10-13 | 2018-09-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 102400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28mm (1x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/2.8-16 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 6cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 920 thousand dots | 1,037 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (optional) |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/4000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Flash On, Flash On+Red-eye, Slow-speed Sync, Slow Sync+Red-eye |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 307g (0.68 pounds) | 257g (0.57 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 109 x 62 x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" 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 | DB-60 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | Internal, SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $0 | $900 |