Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung NX3000

Below, we are evaluating the Ricoh G700SE and Samsung NX3000, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the G700SE (12MP) and NX3000 (20MP) and the G700SE (1/2.3") and NX3000 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor size.

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The G700SE was brought out 4 years earlier than the NX3000 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX3000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the G700SE grades vs the NX3000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh G700SE & Samsung NX3000. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh G700SE Gallery & Samsung NX3000 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Ricoh G700SE provides external measurements 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 NX3000 has specifications of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the G700SE vs the NX3000.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the G700SE and NX3000 is 88 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions only by going over a spec sheet. The image here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the G700SE and NX3000.

Clearly, both the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The G700SE featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Samsung NX3000 will offer greater detail having its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged G700SE is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.