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Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung GX-1L

Portability
88
Imaging
35
Features
29
Overall
32
Ricoh G700SE front
 
Samsung GX-1L front
Portability
69
Imaging
44
Features
36
Overall
40

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung GX-1L 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
  • Revealed October 2010
Samsung GX-1L
(Full Review)
  • 6MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 3200
  • No Video
  • Pentax KAF Mount
  • 570g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
  • Launched February 2006
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Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung GX-1L Overview

On this page, we will be contrasting the Ricoh G700SE versus Samsung GX-1L, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the G700SE (12MP) and GX-1L (6MP) and the G700SE (1/2.3") and GX-1L (APS-C) provide different sensor sizes.

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The G700SE was released 4 years after the GX-1L which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the G700SE grades versus the GX-1L when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Samsung GX-1L

 G700SE GX-1L 
LaunchedOctober 2010February 2006Newer by 57 months
Screen dimensions3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution920k210kSharper screen (+710k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1L over the Ricoh G700SE

 GX-1L G700SE 

Common features in the Ricoh G700SE and Samsung GX-1L

 G700SE GX-1L 
Manually focus More precise focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch screen Neither features Touch screen

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung GX-1L Physical Comparison

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Ricoh G700SE enjoys outer 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 Samsung GX-1L has measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") and a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh G700SE versus Samsung GX-1L 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 depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the G700SE versus the GX-1L.

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung GX-1L size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G700SE and GX-1L is 88 and 69 respectively.

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung GX-1L top view buttons comparison

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung GX-1L Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by going through specifications. The pic underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the G700SE and GX-1L.

Plainly, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G700SE due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Ricoh G700SE will show more detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots more aggressively. The more recent G700SE should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung GX-1L sensor size comparison

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung GX-1L Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung GX-1L Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Ricoh G700SE
Portrait photography with Samsung GX-1L
29
focusing manually
no manual mode
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
50
manual focus
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
no liveview feature
low resolution sensor (6MP)
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Street Comparison

Ricoh G700SE as a Street photography camera
Samsung GX-1L as a Street photography camera
51
weather sealing
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
heavier than competition (307g)
60
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
lighter than competitors in class (570 grams)
fixed screen
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Sports photography information
Samsung GX-1L Sports photography information
25
weather sealing
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
38
decent sensor size (APS-C)
has phase detect auto focus
no liveview feature
slow fps (3.0 fps)
no image stabilization
low resolution sensor (6 megapixels)
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Travel Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Travel photography details
Samsung GX-1L Travel photography details
59
weather sealing
built-in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
heavier than competition (307g)
MP count low (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
52
lighter than competitors in class (570 grams)
flash built-in
no Timelapse function
low resolution sensor (6MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Landscape photography factors
Samsung GX-1L Landscape photography factors
40
focusing manually
reasonably wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
weather sealing
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
no manual mode
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
46
manual focus
change lenses (Pentax KAF mount)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
screen is somewhat small (2.5 inches)
no liveview feature
no image stabilization
low resolution sensor (6MP)
no Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh G700SE as a Vlogging camera
Samsung GX-1L as a Vlogging camera
23
reasonably wide (28mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video res low (640 x 480 resolution)
lack of mic port
heavier than competition (307g)
9
can't shoot video
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Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung GX-1L Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh G700SE and Samsung GX-1L
 Ricoh G700SESamsung GX-1L
General Information
Make Ricoh Samsung
Model type Ricoh G700SE Samsung GX-1L
Category Waterproof Advanced DSLR
Revealed 2010-10-13 2006-02-24
Body design Compact Mid-size SLR
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 6 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 3:2
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 3008 x 2008
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 64 200
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points - 5
Lens
Lens support fixed lens Pentax KAF
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) -
Largest aperture f/3.5-5.5 -
Macro focusing distance 1cm -
Amount of lenses - 151
Focal length multiplier 5.8 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inches 2.5 inches
Resolution of screen 920 thousand dot 210 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder coverage - 96%
Viewfinder magnification - 0.57x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 seconds 30 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/1500 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed - 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 10.00 m (Auto ISO) 7.50 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Highest flash sync - 1/180 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480, 320 x 240 -
Max video resolution 640x480 None
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec)
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 307g (0.68 lbs) 570g (1.26 lbs)
Physical dimensions 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6")
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 ID DB-60 4 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal SD/MMC card
Storage slots Single Single
Launch price $0 $0