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 Panasonic LS5 and Ricoh WG-5 GPS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic LS5 has external dimensions of 97 x 62 x 27 mm (3.82 x 2.44 x 1.06″) and weighs 126 g (0.28 lb / 4.44 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 Panasonic LS5 and the Ricoh WG-5 GPS. Panasonic LS5 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 28mm narrower, 3mm shorter and 5mm thinner than Ricoh WG-5 GPS.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic LS5 and Ricoh WG-5 GPS.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic LS5 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.
Panasonic LS5 is significantly lighter (110g ) than the Ricoh WG-5 GPS 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 LS5.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Ricoh WG-5 GPS's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Panasonic LS5's 2.7 screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.