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 S7000 and Ricoh WG-4 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon S7000 has external dimensions of 99 x 60 x 27 mm (3.9 x 2.36 x 1.06″) and weighs 165 g (0.36 lb / 5.82 oz) (including batteries). Ricoh WG-4 has external dimensions of 124 x 64 x 33 mm (4.88 x 2.52 x 1.3″) and weighs 230 g (0.51 lb / 8.11 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Nikon S7000 and the Ricoh WG-4. Nikon S7000 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 25mm narrower, 4mm shorter and 6mm thinner than Ricoh WG-4.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Nikon S7000 and Ricoh WG-4.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon S7000 and Ricoh WG-4.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon S7000 is significantly lighter (65g ) than the Ricoh WG-4 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the WG-4, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the S7000.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon S7000 and Ricoh WG-4'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.