Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung NX200

Below is a extended overview of the Ricoh G700SE and Samsung NX200, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the G700SE (12MP) and NX200 (20MP) and the G700SE (1/2.3") and NX200 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The G700SE was manufactured 16 months prior to the NX200 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX200 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the G700SE grades vs the NX200 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh G700SE & Samsung NX200. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh G700SE Gallery & Samsung NX200 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Ricoh G700SE comes with outside measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX200 has specifications of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the G700SE versus the NX200.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G700SE and NX200 is 88 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to envision the gap in sensor measurements only by going through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the G700SE and NX200.

As you can see, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G700SE because of its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Samsung NX200 will provide extra detail due to its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older G700SE will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.