Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

Its time to look more in depth at the Ricoh G700SE versus Samsung Galaxy Camera, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the G700SE (12MP) and Galaxy Camera (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The G700SE was announced 3 years earlier than the Galaxy Camera and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the G700SE scores against the Galaxy Camera in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh G700SE and Samsung Galaxy Camera. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh G700SE Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Ricoh G700SE provides exterior dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh G700SE versus Samsung Galaxy Camera in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the G700SE against the Galaxy Camera.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the G700SE and Galaxy Camera is 88 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements purely by researching specifications. The visual here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the G700SE and Galaxy Camera.

To sum up, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Samsung Galaxy Camera to render greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older G700SE will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.