Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung WB250F

Its time to take a deeper look at the Ricoh G700SE versus Samsung WB250F, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the G700SE (12MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The G700SE was manufactured 3 years earlier than the WB250F and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the G700SE grades against the WB250F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh G700SE & Samsung WB250F. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh G700SE Gallery & Samsung WB250F Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Ricoh G700SE provides physical measurements 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 WB250F has measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the G700SE and the WB250F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G700SE and WB250F is 88 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading technical specs. The graphic below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the G700SE and WB250F.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Samsung WB250F to offer you greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The older G700SE is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.