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 Nikon S6100 and Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon S6100 has external dimensions of 98 x 58 x 27 mm (3.86 x 2.28 x 1.06″) and weighs 175 g (0.39 lb / 6.17 oz) (including batteries). Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm has external dimensions of 114 x 75 x 93 mm (4.49 x 2.95 x 3.66″) and weighs 550 g (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Nikon S6100 and the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm. Nikon S6100 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 16mm narrower, 17mm shorter and 66mm thinner than Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Nikon S6100 and Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon S6100 and Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon S6100 is significantly lighter (375g ) than the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Nikon Coolpix S6100 nor Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing Top Mirrorless Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon S6100 and Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm'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.