Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung PL170
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Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung PL170 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 307g - 117 x 68 x 32mm
- Announced October 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 95 x 57 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2011
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On this page, we will be matching up the Ricoh G700SE versus Samsung PL170, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the G700SE (12MP) and PL170 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe G700SE was launched 2 months prior to the PL170 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL170 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the G700SE grades vs the PL170 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Samsung PL170
| G700SE | PL170 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More accurate focusing | ||
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL170 over the Ricoh G700SE
| PL170 | G700SE |
|---|
Common features in the Ricoh G700SE and Samsung PL170
| G700SE | PL170 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | October 2010 |  | January 2011 | Same age |
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung PL170 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh G700SE comes with external dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Samsung PL170 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the G700SE compared to the PL170.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the G700SE and PL170 is 88 and 99 respectively.
Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung PL170 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizes only by checking out specifications. The image underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G700SE and PL170.
Plainly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Samsung PL170 to produce greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively.
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Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung PL170 Specifications
| Ricoh G700SE | Samsung PL170 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Ricoh | Samsung |
| Model | Ricoh G700SE | Samsung PL170 |
| Class | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
| Announced | 2010-10-13 | 2011-01-05 |
| Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 64 | - |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | () |
| Max aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | - |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 920k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) | - |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
| External flash | ||
| AE 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 |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 307 grams (0.68 lbs) | - |
| Physical dimensions | 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 95 x 57 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
| 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 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | - |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Launch cost | $0 | $175 |