Ricoh G700SE vs Samsung WB800F

Below is a thorough overview of the Ricoh G700SE and Samsung WB800F, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the G700SE (12MP) and WB800F (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The G700SE was released 3 years earlier than the WB800F and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the G700SE scores against the WB800F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh G700SE and Samsung WB800F. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh G700SE Gallery and Samsung WB800F Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Ricoh G700SE provides exterior dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Samsung WB800F has measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh G700SE and Samsung WB800F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the G700SE and the WB800F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the G700SE and WB800F is 88 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements just by researching technical specs. The visual below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the G700SE and WB800F.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung WB800F to render extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older G700SE will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.