Ricoh G700SE vs Ricoh WG-M1
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Ricoh G700SE vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 1.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- (1×)mm (F2.8) lens
- 190g - 66 x 43 x 89mm
- Released September 2014
Ricoh G700SE vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview
Below, we are looking at the Ricoh G700SE versus Ricoh WG-M1, both Waterproof digital cameras and both are offered by Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the G700SE (12MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe G700SE was unveiled 4 years before the WG-M1 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a short summation of how the G700SE matches up vs the WG-M1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Ricoh G700SE vs Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh G700SE & Ricoh WG-M1. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh G700SE Gallery & Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Ricoh WG-M1
G700SE | WG-M1 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display dimension | 3" | 1.5" | Larger display (+1.5") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 115k | Sharper display (+805k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Ricoh G700SE
WG-M1 | G700SE | |||
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Released | September 2014 | October 2010 | Newer by 47 months |
Common features in the Ricoh G700SE and Ricoh WG-M1
G700SE | WG-M1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | No Touch friendly display |
Ricoh G700SE vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Ricoh G700SE offers physical measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-M1 has proportions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
Take a look at the Ricoh G700SE versus Ricoh WG-M1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the G700SE and the WG-M1.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G700SE and WG-M1 is 88 and 91 respectively.
Ricoh G700SE vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions purely by looking at a spec sheet. The pic below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the G700SE and WG-M1.
Clearly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Ricoh WG-M1 to give you greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged G700SE is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Ricoh G700SE vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
Ricoh G700SE | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Ricoh | Ricoh |
Model type | Ricoh G700SE | Ricoh WG-M1 |
Category | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Announced | 2010-10-13 | 2014-09-12 |
Physical type | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 800 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | (1×) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/2.8 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 1.5 inch |
Resolution of display | 920 thousand dots | 115 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | - |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500s | - |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 307g (0.68 lb) | 190g (0.42 lb) |
Dimensions | 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 350 shots |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | DB-60 | DB-65 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | microSD/microSDHC, internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $0 | $2,000 |