Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung ST30

On this page, we will be evaluating the Ricoh G700SE and Samsung ST30, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the G700SE (12MP) and the ST30 (10MP) is relatively similar but the G700SE (1/2.3") and ST30 (1/3") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The G700SE was announced 3 months prior to the ST30 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh G700SE being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST30 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the G700SE matches up against the ST30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh G700SE & Samsung ST30. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh G700SE Gallery & Samsung ST30 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera, you'll have to think about 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") with a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs) while the Samsung ST30 has dimensions of 82mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 87 grams (0.19 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the G700SE vs the ST30.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G700SE and ST30 is 88 and 98 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by going over specifications. The visual underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the G700SE and ST30.

Plainly, both cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G700SE using its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Ricoh G700SE will offer more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively.