Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung GX-20

The following is a complete analysis of the Ricoh G700SE and Samsung GX-20, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the G700SE (12MP) and the GX-20 (15MP) is relatively similar but the G700SE (1/2.3") and GX-20 (APS-C) boast different sensor size.

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The G700SE was released 2 years after the GX-20 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the G700SE grades against the GX-20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh G700SE & Samsung GX-20. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh G700SE Gallery & Samsung GX-20 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Ricoh G700SE has got outer dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs) while the Samsung GX-20 has specifications of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the G700SE compared to the GX-20.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G700SE and GX-20 is 88 and 58 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading specifications. The pic below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the G700SE and GX-20.

To sum up, each of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The G700SE due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh trickier and the Samsung GX-20 will offer you more detail as a result of its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The newer G700SE should have an advantage in sensor technology.