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Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung WB700

Portability
88
Imaging
35
Features
29
Overall
32
Ricoh G700SE front
 
Samsung WB700 front
Portability
98
Imaging
37
Features
21
Overall
30

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung WB700 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
  • Introduced October 2010
Samsung WB700
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 100 x 59 x 22mm
  • Introduced December 2010
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Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung WB700 Overview

Its time to look more closely at the Ricoh G700SE and Samsung WB700, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the G700SE (12MP) and the WB700 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The G700SE was revealed 2 months earlier than the WB700 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the G700SE matches up vs the WB700 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Samsung WB700

 G700SE WB700 
Manual focus More precise focus
Screen resolution920k614kSharper screen (+306k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung WB700 over the Ricoh G700SE

 WB700 G700SE 

Common features in the Ricoh G700SE and Samsung WB700

 G700SE WB700 
IntroducedOctober 2010December 2010Similar generation
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen sizing
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch screen Absent Touch screen

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung WB700 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Ricoh G700SE provides physical 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 WB700 has proportions of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the G700SE versus the WB700.

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung WB700 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the G700SE and WB700 is 88 and 98 respectively.

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung WB700 top view buttons comparison

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung WB700 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, its difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specifications. The pic below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the G700SE and WB700.

Plainly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Samsung WB700 to offer you greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a bit more aggressively.

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung WB700 sensor size comparison

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung WB700 Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung WB700 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Ricoh G700SE
Portrait photography with Samsung WB700
29
you can focus manually
no manual exposure
MP count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
30
decent MP (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
cannot use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Ricoh G700SE
Street photography with Samsung WB700
51
weather proofing
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
more heavy than average in class (307g)
49
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
max ISO too low (0)
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Sports Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Sports photography details
Samsung WB700 Sports photography details
25
weather proofing
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
28
decent MP (14 megapixels)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Ricoh G700SE as a Travel photography camera
Samsung WB700 as a Travel photography camera
59
weather proofing
has built in flash
really wide (28mm)
more heavy than average in class (307g)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
70
decent MP (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
good max aperture (f)
missing Time Lapse mode
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh G700SE as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung WB700 as a Landscape photography camera
40
you can focus manually
really wide (28mm)
nice screen size (3 inch)
weather proofing
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
no manual exposure
no image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
38
good max aperture (f)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
decent MP (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
max ISO too low (0)
lack of RAW support
missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh G700SE Vlogging features
Samsung WB700 Vlogging features
23
really wide (28mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 pxls)
doesn't have external microphone socket
more heavy than average in class (307 grams)
27
good max aperture (f)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external mic jack
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Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung WB700 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh G700SE and Samsung WB700
 Ricoh G700SESamsung WB700
General Information
Brand Name Ricoh Samsung
Model Ricoh G700SE Samsung WB700
Category Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2010-10-13 2010-12-28
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 -
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 64 -
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) ()
Highest aperture f/3.5-5.5 -
Macro focus distance 1cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 920k dot 614k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 secs 30 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/1500 secs 1/4000 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 10.00 m (Auto ISO) -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync -
Hot shoe
AEB
WB 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 1280 x 720
Highest video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video format - H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 307g (0.68 pounds) -
Physical dimensions 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") 100 x 59 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery model DB-60 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) -
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal -
Storage slots One One
Pricing at launch $0 $300