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Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung MV800

Portability
88
Imaging
35
Features
29
Overall
32
Ricoh G700SE front
 
Samsung MV800 front
Portability
97
Imaging
39
Features
43
Overall
40

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung MV800 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
  • Released October 2010
Samsung MV800
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 121g - 92 x 56 x 10mm
  • Introduced September 2011
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Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung MV800 Overview

In this article, we are matching up the Ricoh G700SE versus Samsung MV800, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the G700SE (12MP) and MV800 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The G700SE was unveiled 10 months prior to the MV800 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the G700SE scores against the MV800 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Samsung MV800

 G700SE MV800 
Manually focus Dial exact focus
Display resolution920k460kSharper display (+460k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung MV800 over the Ricoh G700SE

 MV800 G700SE 
IntroducedSeptember 2011October 2010More recent by 10 months
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Ricoh G700SE and Samsung MV800

 G700SE MV800 
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display size
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung MV800 Physical Comparison

For those who are going to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh G700SE features outer measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs) while the Samsung MV800 has dimensions of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the G700SE compared to the MV800.

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung MV800 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G700SE and MV800 is 88 and 97 respectively.

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung MV800 top view buttons comparison

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung MV800 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements only by checking out a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the G700SE and MV800.

Clearly, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Samsung MV800 to provide greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The older G700SE will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung MV800 sensor size comparison

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung MV800 Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung MV800 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Portrait photography features
Samsung MV800 Portrait photography features
29
has manual focus
no manual mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
34
good resolution (16MP)
has face detect focus
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Street photography info
Samsung MV800 Street photography info
51
weather proofing
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
heavier than average in class (307g)
74
screen tilts up and down
image stabilization (Optical)
has touch to focus
lighter than competition (121 grams)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Sports photography factors
Samsung MV800 Sports photography factors
25
weather proofing
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
44
image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
has tracking focus
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Travel photography details
Samsung MV800 Travel photography details
59
weather proofing
has built in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
heavier than average in class (307 grams)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
71
lighter than competition (121g)
has touch to focus
good resolution (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
decently wide (26mm)
lack of Timelapse mode
display isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh G700SE as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung MV800 as a Landscape photography camera
40
has manual focus
reasonably wide (28mm)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
weather proofing
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
no manual mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
43
decently wide (26mm)
screen is a good size (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
manual mode not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
lack of Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Vlogging details
Samsung MV800 Vlogging details
23
reasonably wide (28mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 pxls)
doesn't have external mic jack
heavier than average in class (307g)
34
decently wide (26mm)
touchscreen capability
image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect focus
lighter than competition (121g)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
display isn't selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of microphone jack
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Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung MV800 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh G700SE and Samsung MV800
 Ricoh G700SESamsung MV800
General Information
Manufacturer Ricoh Samsung
Model Ricoh G700SE Samsung MV800
Type Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Released 2010-10-13 2011-09-01
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 64 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
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) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/3.5-5.5 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus range 1cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Tilting
Display sizing 3" 3"
Display resolution 920 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 secs 8 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/1500 secs 1/2000 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 10.00 m (Auto ISO) 3.20 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync -
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
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 (30/15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video data format - MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone 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
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 307 gr (0.68 lbs) 121 gr (0.27 lbs)
Dimensions 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") 92 x 56 x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4")
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 BP70
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal Micro SD
Storage slots 1 1
Retail pricing $0 $499