Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung NX300M

Lets look more closely at the Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung NX300M, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the G700SE (12MP) and NX300M (20MP) and the G700SE (1/2.3") and NX300M (APS-C) come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The G700SE was released 3 years before the NX300M and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX300M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the G700SE scores against the NX300M in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh G700SE and Samsung NX300M. The complete galleries are available at Ricoh G700SE Gallery and Samsung NX300M Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Ricoh G700SE has got exterior dimensions 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 NX300M has measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung NX300M in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the G700SE vs the NX300M.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G700SE and NX300M is 88 and 86 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to visualise the difference between sensor measurements just by checking a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the G700SE and NX300M.

As you can see, each of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G700SE due to its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh tougher and the Samsung NX300M will give you extra detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics much more aggressively. The older G700SE is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.