Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Canon G7 X MII and Ricoh WG-5 GPS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon G7 X MII has external dimensions of 106 x 61 x 42 mm (4.17 x 2.4 x 1.65″) and weighs 319 g (0.70 lb / 11.25 oz) (including batteries). Ricoh WG-5 GPS has external dimensions of 125 x 65 x 32 mm (4.92 x 2.56 x 1.26″) and weighs 236 g (0.52 lb / 8.32 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon G7 X MII and the Ricoh WG-5 GPS. Canon G7 X MII is 19mm narrower and 4mm shorter than Ricoh WG-5 GPS but it is also 10mm thicker.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon G7 X MII and Ricoh WG-5 GPS.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon G7 X MII and Ricoh WG-5 GPS.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Ricoh WG-5 GPS is significantly lighter (83g ) than the Canon G7 X MII which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the WG-5 GPS, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the G7 X MII.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon G7 X MII and Ricoh WG-5 GPS's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Canon G7 X MII features a
Tilting screen where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels whereas the Ricoh WG-5 GPS has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to G7 X MII.