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 Olympus SH-3 and Ricoh WG-4 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Olympus SH-3 has external dimensions of 109 x 63 x 42 mm (4.29 x 2.48 x 1.65″) and weighs 271 g (0.60 lb / 9.56 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 Olympus SH-3 and the Ricoh WG-4. Olympus SH-3 is 15mm narrower and 1mm shorter than Ricoh WG-4 but it is also 9mm thicker.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus SH-3 and Ricoh WG-4.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus SH-3 and Ricoh WG-4.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Ricoh WG-4 is significantly lighter (41g ) than the Olympus SH-3 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 SH-3.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Olympus SH-3 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.