Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung SL720

In this article, we are analyzing the Ricoh G700SE versus Samsung SL720, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the G700SE (12MP) and the SL720 (12MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The G700SE was introduced 16 months after the SL720 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Samsung SL720 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the G700SE matches up versus the SL720 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh G700SE & Samsung SL720. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh G700SE Gallery & Samsung SL720 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera, you should factor its weight and volume. 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) and the Samsung SL720 has sizing of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the G700SE vs the SL720.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G700SE and SL720 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specifications. The image underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the G700SE and SL720.

To sum up, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you really should consider the age of the cameras into account. The newer G700SE should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.