Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung SL102

Its time to look much closer at the Ricoh G700SE versus Samsung SL102, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the G700SE (12MP) and the SL102 (10MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The G700SE was manufactured 22 months after the SL102 making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the G700SE scores against the SL102 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh G700SE and Samsung SL102. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh G700SE Gallery and Samsung SL102 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh G700SE offers outside measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL102 has dimensions of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh G700SE versus Samsung SL102 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the G700SE versus the SL102.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the G700SE and SL102 is 88 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading specs. The pic here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the G700SE and SL102.

All in all, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Ricoh G700SE to offer you greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The newer G700SE is going to have an edge in sensor tech.