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Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung HZ30W

Portability
88
Imaging
35
Features
29
Overall
32
Ricoh G700SE front
 
Samsung HZ30W front
Portability
91
Imaging
35
Features
40
Overall
37

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung HZ30W Key Specs

Ricoh G700SE
(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
  • Launched October 2010
Samsung HZ30W
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
  • 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
  • Released January 2010
  • Other Name is WB600
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Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung HZ30W Overview

Here is a extended comparison of the Ricoh G700SE and Samsung HZ30W, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the G700SE (12MP) and the HZ30W (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The G700SE was manufactured 9 months later than the HZ30W so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the G700SE scores vs the HZ30W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Samsung HZ30W

 G700SE HZ30W 
ReleasedOctober 2010January 2010Fresher by 9 months
Screen resolution920k230kCrisper screen (+690k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the Ricoh G700SE

 HZ30W G700SE 

Common features in the Ricoh G700SE and Samsung HZ30W

 G700SE HZ30W 
Focus manually Dial accurate focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen measurements
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch screen No Touch screen

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung HZ30W Physical Comparison

In case you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Ricoh G700SE provides physical dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ30W has sizing of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the G700SE against the HZ30W.

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung HZ30W size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the G700SE and HZ30W is 88 and 91 respectively.

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung HZ30W top view buttons comparison

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung HZ30W Sensor Comparison

Often, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading specifications. The graphic underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the G700SE and HZ30W.

To sum up, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photographs however you should factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern G700SE will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung HZ30W sensor size comparison

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung HZ30W Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung HZ30W Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Ricoh G700SE
Portrait photography with Samsung HZ30W
29
focusing manually
manual exposure not possible
sensor resolution low (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
29
focusing manually
external flash not possible
low megapixels (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Street photography highlights
Samsung HZ30W Street photography highlights
51
weather proof
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
heavier than competitors in class (307g)
60
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average (245 grams)
screen is fixed
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Sports photography features
Samsung HZ30W Sports photography features
25
weather proof
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
42
great zoom range (24-360mm 15.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
features tracking autofocus
low megapixels (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Ricoh G700SE as a Travel photography camera
Samsung HZ30W as a Travel photography camera
59
weather proof
flash built-in
pretty wide (28mm)
heavier than competitors in class (307g)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
63
lighter than average (245g)
built-in flash
relatively wide (24mm)
great zoom (360mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
low megapixels (12MP)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Ricoh G700SE
Landscape photography with Samsung HZ30W
40
focusing manually
pretty wide (28mm)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
weather proof
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
manual exposure not possible
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
43
focusing manually
relatively wide (24mm)
good sized screen (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Ricoh G700SE
Vlogging with Samsung HZ30W
23
pretty wide (28mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 pixels)
no mic socket
heavier than competitors in class (307 grams)
30
relatively wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average (245g)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external mic jack
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Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung HZ30W Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh G700SE and Samsung HZ30W
 Ricoh G700SESamsung HZ30W
General Information
Brand Ricoh Samsung
Model Ricoh G700SE Samsung HZ30W
Also called as - WB600
Type Waterproof Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2010-10-13 2010-01-19
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 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 64 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 24-360mm (15.0x)
Max aperture f/3.5-5.5 f/3.2-5.8
Macro focus range 1cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 920k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8s 16s
Maximum shutter speed 1/1500s 1/2000s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 10.00 m (Auto ISO) 5.00 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
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 fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video file format - H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
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 gr (0.68 lbs) 245 gr (0.54 lbs)
Physical dimensions 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 SLB-11A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Retail cost $0 $280