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Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung PL200

Portability
88
Imaging
35
Features
29
Overall
32
Ricoh G700SE front
 
Samsung PL200 front
Portability
94
Imaging
37
Features
22
Overall
31

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung PL200 Key Specs

Ricoh G700SE
(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
  • Launched October 2010
Samsung PL200
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
  • 170g - 100 x 60 x 21mm
  • Released July 2010
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Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung PL200 Overview

Here is a detailed overview of the Ricoh G700SE and Samsung PL200, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the G700SE (12MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The G700SE was launched 3 months later than the PL200 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a concise summation of how the G700SE scores versus the PL200 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Samsung PL200

 G700SE PL200 
Manually focus More exact focusing
Display resolution920k230kClearer display (+690k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung PL200 over the Ricoh G700SE

 PL200 G700SE 

Common features in the Ricoh G700SE and Samsung PL200

 G700SE PL200 
ReleasedOctober 2010July 2010Same generation
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display dimensions
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither offers Touch friendly display

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung PL200 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Ricoh G700SE offers physical measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Samsung PL200 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).

Check the Ricoh G700SE and Samsung PL200 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the G700SE against the PL200.

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung PL200 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G700SE and PL200 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung PL200 top view buttons comparison

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung PL200 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it's hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing only by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the G700SE and PL200.

As you can see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung PL200 to provide extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images far more aggressively.

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung PL200 sensor size comparison

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung PL200 Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung PL200 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Portrait photography details
Samsung PL200 Portrait photography details
29
has manual focus
manual exposure not available
MP count low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
28
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Street photography info
Samsung PL200 Street photography info
51
environment proof
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
heavier than others in class (307g)
57
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Ricoh G700SE
Sports photography with Samsung PL200
25
environment proof
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
38
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
no shutter priority
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Travel photography information
Samsung PL200 Travel photography information
59
environment proof
has built in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
heavier than others in class (307g)
MP count low (12MP)
does not offer selfie friendly display
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
58
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
missing Timelapse function
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (31mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh G700SE as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung PL200 as a Landscape photography camera
40
has manual focus
fairly wide (28mm)
screen is a good size (3 inch)
environment proof
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
manual exposure not available
no image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
37
decent sized screen (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (31mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
manual exposure not available
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
missing Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh G700SE as a Vlogging camera
Samsung PL200 as a Vlogging camera
23
fairly wide (28mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not offer selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
video res low (640 x 480 resolution)
lack of external mic socket
heavier than others in class (307g)
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not the best (31mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
video res low (640 x 480 pxls)
missing microphone support
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Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung PL200 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh G700SE and Samsung PL200
 Ricoh G700SESamsung PL200
General Information
Brand Ricoh Samsung
Model type Ricoh G700SE Samsung PL200
Category Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2010-10-13 2010-07-21
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 31-217mm (7.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.5-5.5 f/3.3-5.5
Macro focusing distance 1cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 920k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8s 8s
Maximum shutter speed 1/1500s 1/1500s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 10.00 m (Auto ISO) 4.60 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync
External flash
AEB
White balance 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 240 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video data format - H.264
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 307 grams (0.68 lbs) 170 grams (0.37 lbs)
Dimensions 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") 100 x 60 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID DB-60 BP70A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC'/MMC, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Pricing at launch $0 $0