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 SX410 IS and Ricoh WG-5 GPS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon SX410 IS has external dimensions of 104 x 69 x 85 mm (4.09 x 2.72 x 3.35″) and weighs 325 g (0.72 lb / 11.46 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 SX410 IS and the Ricoh WG-5 GPS. Ricoh WG-5 GPS is 4mm shorter and 53mm thinner than Canon SX410 IS but it is also 21mm wider.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon SX410 IS and Ricoh WG-5 GPS.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon SX410 IS 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 (89g ) than the Canon SX410 IS 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 SX410 IS.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon SX410 IS and Ricoh WG-5 GPS's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.