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Ricoh G700SE vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5

Portability
88
Imaging
35
Features
29
Overall
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Ricoh G700SE front
 
Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 front
Portability
88
Imaging
53
Features
37
Overall
46

Ricoh G700SE vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Key Specs

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
Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28mm (F2.5) lens
  • 140g - 113 x 70 x 56mm
  • Announced September 2010
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Ricoh G700SE vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Overview

In this article, we are matching up the Ricoh G700SE and Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and both are created by Ricoh. The resolution of the G700SE (12MP) and the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 (12MP) is very comparable but the G700SE (1/2.3") and GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The G700SE was unveiled about the same time to the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short summary of how the G700SE matches up vs the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5

 G700SE GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 

Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 over the Ricoh G700SE

 GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 G700SE 

Common features in the Ricoh G700SE and Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5

 G700SE GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 
AnnouncedOctober 2010September 2010Same generation
Manual focus Very accurate focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display measurement
Display resolution920k920kIdentical display resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch display Lacking Touch display

Ricoh G700SE vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Physical Comparison

If you're intending to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Ricoh G700SE features exterior measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 has measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 2.2") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

See the Ricoh G700SE and Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the G700SE and the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5.

Ricoh G700SE vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G700SE and GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 is 88 and 88 respectively.

Ricoh G700SE vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 top view buttons comparison

Ricoh G700SE vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes simply by going through technical specs. The pic here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the G700SE and GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5.

As you can tell, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact megapixels but not the same sensor sizes. The G700SE includes the smaller sensor which will make achieving shallower DOF tougher.

Ricoh G700SE vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 sensor size comparison

Ricoh G700SE vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh G700SE vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Portrait photography advice
Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Portrait photography advice
29
you can focus manually
lack of manual exposure
resolution not great (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
58
focusing manually
good sensor size (APS-C)
comes with face detection focusing
exports RAW files
doesn't have liveview
low MP (12MP)
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Street Comparison

Ricoh G700SE as a Street photography camera
Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 as a Street photography camera
51
environment proof
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
heavier than competitors (307 grams)
70
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW files
lighter than competition in class (140 grams)
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Ricoh G700SE as a Sports photography camera
Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 as a Sports photography camera
25
environment proof
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
32
good sensor size (APS-C)
focal length is fixed (28mm)
doesn't have liveview
slow continuous shooting (5.0 fps)
does not have image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
bad battery power (320 CIPA)
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Travel photography features
Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Travel photography features
59
environment proof
built-in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
heavier than competitors (307 grams)
resolution not great (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
59
lighter than competition in class (140 grams)
has built in flash
bad battery power (320 shots)
low MP (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Landscape photography details
Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Landscape photography details
40
you can focus manually
relatively wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
environment proof
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
lack of manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
48
focusing manually
nice screen size (3")
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW files
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (28mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
doesn't have liveview
does not have image stabilization
low MP (12 megapixels)
bad battery power (320 shots)
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Ricoh G700SE
Vlogging with Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5
23
relatively wide (28mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video quality not great (640 x 480 resolution)
doesn't have external mic port
heavier than competitors (307g)
28
comes with face detection focusing
lighter than competition in class (140 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external mic socket
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Ricoh G700SE vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh G700SE and Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5
 Ricoh G700SERicoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5
General Information
Manufacturer Ricoh Ricoh
Model Ricoh G700SE Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5
Category Waterproof Advanced Mirrorless
Announced 2010-10-13 2010-09-21
Physical type Compact Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by - GR Engine III
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 23.6 x 15.7mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 370.5mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4288 x 2848
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 64 200
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28mm (1x)
Largest aperture f/3.5-5.5 f/2.5
Macro focus range 1cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 1.5
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 920k dots 920k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen technology - TFT color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic (optional)
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8s 180s
Highest shutter speed 1/1500s 1/3200s
Continuous shooting rate - 5.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 10.00 m (Auto ISO) -
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480, 320 x 240 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (24 fps), 320 x 240 (24 fps)
Highest video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video file format - MPEG-4
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 307 grams (0.68 lb) 140 grams (0.31 lb)
Dimensions 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") 113 x 70 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 2.2")
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 life - 320 photographs
Battery type - Battery Pack
Battery model DB-60 DB-90
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images) )
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Launch cost $0 $566