Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung NX1100

Below, we are evaluating the Ricoh G700SE versus Samsung NX1100, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the G700SE (12MP) and NX1100 (20MP) and the G700SE (1/2.3") and NX1100 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The G700SE was unveiled 3 years prior to the NX1100 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the G700SE scores vs the NX1100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh G700SE and Samsung NX1100. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh G700SE Gallery and Samsung NX1100 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Ricoh G700SE enjoys external measurements 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 NX1100 has sizing of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh G700SE versus Samsung NX1100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the G700SE versus the NX1100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G700SE and NX1100 is 88 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes purely by going over specs. The image here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the G700SE and NX1100.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G700SE with its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Samsung NX1100 will offer more detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged G700SE is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.