Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung HZ15W
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Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung HZ15W Key Specs
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- 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
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Launched February 2009
- Alternative Name is WB550
Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung HZ15W Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the Ricoh G700SE versus Samsung HZ15W, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the G700SE (12MP) and the HZ15W (12MP) is relatively similar and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe G700SE was launched 20 months after the HZ15W which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a short view of how the G700SE grades vs the HZ15W when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung HZ15W Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh G700SE and Samsung HZ15W. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh G700SE Gallery and Samsung HZ15W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Samsung HZ15W
G700SE | HZ15W | |||
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Launched | October 2010 | February 2009 | More modern by 20 months | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 460k | Crisper screen (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ15W over the Ricoh G700SE
HZ15W | G700SE |
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Common features in the Ricoh G700SE and Samsung HZ15W
G700SE | HZ15W | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen size | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung HZ15W Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Ricoh G700SE enjoys outer measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ15W has specifications of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
Look at the Ricoh G700SE versus Samsung HZ15W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the G700SE versus the HZ15W.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G700SE and HZ15W is 88 and 90 respectively.
Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung HZ15W Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the G700SE and HZ15W.
As you can see, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP so you should expect similar quality of files though you will need to take the production date of the products into consideration. The younger G700SE provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung HZ15W Specifications
Ricoh G700SE | Samsung HZ15W | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh G700SE | Samsung HZ15W |
Alternate name | - | WB550 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-10-13 | 2009-02-23 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.3-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 920 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 16s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) | 4.70 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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 | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 307 grams (0.68 lbs) | 249 grams (0.55 lbs) |
Dimensions | 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | DB-60 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $0 | $330 |