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Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung HZ50W

Portability
88
Imaging
35
Features
29
Overall
32
Ricoh G700SE front
 
Samsung HZ50W front
Portability
70
Imaging
37
Features
44
Overall
39

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung HZ50W 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
  • Introduced October 2010
Samsung HZ50W
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
  • 426g - 116 x 83 x 91mm
  • Released May 2010
  • Other Name is WB5500
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Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung HZ50W Overview

Here is a in depth overview of the Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung HZ50W, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the G700SE (12MP) and the HZ50W (14MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The G700SE was released 6 months later than the HZ50W which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the G700SE grades against the HZ50W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Samsung HZ50W

 G700SE HZ50W 
Screen resolution920k230kClearer screen (+690k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung HZ50W over the Ricoh G700SE

 HZ50W G700SE 

Common features in the Ricoh G700SE and Samsung HZ50W

 G700SE HZ50W 
ReleasedOctober 2010May 2010Same generation
Focus manually More precise focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension3"3"Identical screen sizing
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch friendly screen No Touch friendly screen

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung HZ50W Physical Comparison

For those who are going to carry your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and size. The Ricoh G700SE provides outside 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 HZ50W has specifications of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung HZ50W in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the G700SE against the HZ50W.

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung HZ50W size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G700SE and HZ50W is 88 and 70 respectively.

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung HZ50W top view buttons comparison

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung HZ50W Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing simply by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G700SE and HZ50W.

Clearly, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Samsung HZ50W to provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively.

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung HZ50W sensor size comparison

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung HZ50W Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung HZ50W Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Ricoh G700SE as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung HZ50W as a Portrait photography camera
29
has manual focus
no manual mode
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
46
manual focus
good MP (14MP)
saves RAW files
no external flash support
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Street photography info
Samsung HZ50W Street photography info
51
weather proof
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
more heavy than average in class (307 grams)
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
saves RAW files
no articulating screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
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Sports Comparison

Ricoh G700SE as a Sports photography camera
Samsung HZ50W as a Sports photography camera
25
weather proof
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
48
excellent zoom range (26-676mm 26.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (14 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Travel photography information
Samsung HZ50W Travel photography information
59
weather proof
flash built-in
reasonably wide (28mm)
more heavy than average in class (307 grams)
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
58
good MP (14MP)
has built in flash
quite wide (26mm)
very long zoom (676mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Ricoh G700SE
Landscape photography with Samsung HZ50W
40
has manual focus
reasonably wide (28mm)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
weather proof
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
no manual mode
does not have image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
51
manual focus
quite wide (26mm)
screen size is good (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (14MP)
saves RAW files
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Vlogging info
Samsung HZ50W Vlogging info
23
reasonably wide (28mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 resolution)
no microphone support
more heavy than average in class (307 grams)
24
quite wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have microphone port
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Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung HZ50W Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh G700SE and Samsung HZ50W
 Ricoh G700SESamsung HZ50W
General Information
Make Ricoh Samsung
Model Ricoh G700SE Samsung HZ50W
Also called as - WB5500
Category Waterproof Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2010-10-13 2010-05-03
Body design Compact SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 14MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Maximum boosted ISO - 6400
Minimum native ISO 64 64
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 26-676mm (26.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.5-5.5 f/2.8-5.0
Macro focus distance 1cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3" 3"
Display resolution 920 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8s 16s
Maximum shutter speed 1/1500s 1/2000s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 10.00 m (Auto ISO) 5.60 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
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 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video data format - H.264
Microphone 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 307g (0.68 lb) 426g (0.94 lb)
Dimensions 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") 116 x 83 x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6")
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)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal SC/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Retail cost $0 $250