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 VH-515 and Ricoh WG-50 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Olympus VH-515 has external dimensions of 102 x 60 x 21 mm (4.02 x 2.36 x 0.83″) and weighs 152 g (0.34 lb / 5.36 oz) (including batteries). Ricoh WG-50 has external dimensions of 123 x 62 x 30 mm (4.84 x 2.44 x 1.18″) and weighs 193 g (0.43 lb / 6.81 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus VH-515 and the Ricoh WG-50. Olympus VH-515 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 21mm narrower, 2mm shorter and 9mm thinner than Ricoh WG-50.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus VH-515 and Ricoh WG-50.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus VH-515 and Ricoh WG-50.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus VH-515 is significantly lighter (41g ) than the Ricoh WG-50 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the WG-50, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the VH-515.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Olympus VH-515's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Ricoh WG-50's 2.7 screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.