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Ricoh G700SE vs Ricoh WG-30W

Portability
88
Imaging
35
Features
29
Overall
32
Ricoh G700SE front
 
Ricoh WG-30W front
Portability
91
Imaging
40
Features
34
Overall
37

Ricoh G700SE vs Ricoh WG-30W Key Specs

Ricoh G700SE
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 307g - 117 x 68 x 32mm
  • Announced October 2010
Ricoh WG-30W
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 194g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
  • Released October 2014
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Ricoh G700SE vs Ricoh WG-30W Overview

Here, we will be comparing the Ricoh G700SE vs Ricoh WG-30W, both Waterproof digital cameras and both of them are produced by Ricoh. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the G700SE (12MP) and WG-30W (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The G700SE was manufactured 5 years earlier than the WG-30W which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the G700SE grades against the WG-30W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Ricoh WG-30W

 G700SE WG-30W 
Focus manually More precise focusing
Screen size3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution920k230kClearer screen (+690k dot)

Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30W over the Ricoh G700SE

 WG-30W G700SE 
ReleasedOctober 2014October 2010More modern by 48 months

Common features in the Ricoh G700SE and Ricoh WG-30W

 G700SE WG-30W 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch screen Absent Touch screen

Ricoh G700SE vs Ricoh WG-30W Physical Comparison

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh G700SE provides 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 WG-30W has dimensions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh G700SE vs Ricoh WG-30W in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the G700SE and the WG-30W.

Ricoh G700SE vs Ricoh WG-30W size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the G700SE and WG-30W is 88 and 91 respectively.

Ricoh G700SE vs Ricoh WG-30W top view buttons comparison

Ricoh G700SE vs Ricoh WG-30W Sensor Comparison

Often, it's hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes only by reading specifications. The pic here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the G700SE and WG-30W.

To sum up, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Ricoh WG-30W to offer you greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged G700SE is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Ricoh G700SE vs Ricoh WG-30W sensor size comparison

Ricoh G700SE vs Ricoh WG-30W Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh G700SE vs Ricoh WG-30W Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Portrait photography factors
Ricoh WG-30W Portrait photography factors
29
manual focus
lack of manual exposure
low resolution sensor (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
35
megapixel count good (16MP)
includes face detect focusing
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Ricoh G700SE
Street photography with Ricoh WG-30W
51
weather proof
fixed screen
no image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
more heavy than competitors in class (307 grams)
61
built in image stabilization (Digital)
weather sealing
no moving screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Sports photography features
Ricoh WG-30W Sports photography features
25
weather proof
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
45
built in image stabilization (Digital)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
includes tracking focus
weather sealing
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Ricoh G700SE
Travel photography with Ricoh WG-30W
59
weather proof
built-in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
more heavy than competitors in class (307g)
low resolution sensor (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
71
weather sealing
megapixel count good (16MP)
built-in flash
quite wide (28mm)
does not feature selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Landscape photography factors
Ricoh WG-30W Landscape photography factors
40
manual focus
reasonably wide (28mm)
decent sized screen (3 inch)
weather proof
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
lack of manual exposure
no image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
43
quite wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
megapixel count good (16MP)
weather sealing
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
lack of manual exposure
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Vlogging highlights
Ricoh WG-30W Vlogging highlights
23
reasonably wide (28mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 pxls)
doesn't have microphone support
more heavy than competitors in class (307 grams)
33
quite wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
includes face detect focusing
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
does not feature selfie friendly display
lack of mic jack
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Ricoh G700SE vs Ricoh WG-30W Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh G700SE and Ricoh WG-30W
 Ricoh G700SERicoh WG-30W
General Information
Manufacturer Ricoh Ricoh
Model type Ricoh G700SE Ricoh WG-30W
Category Waterproof Waterproof
Announced 2010-10-13 2014-10-09
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 3200 6400
Lowest native ISO 64 125
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.5-5.5 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing distance 1cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 920k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8 secs 4 secs
Max shutter speed 1/1500 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shutter speed - 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 10.00 m (Auto ISO) 3.90 m (Auto ISO)
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480, 320 x 240 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1920x1080
Video file format - H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 307 gr (0.68 pounds) 194 gr (0.43 pounds)
Physical dimensions 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2")
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 - 300 images
Battery format - Battery Pack
Battery ID DB-60 D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal
Storage slots Single Single
Pricing at release $0 $280