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 LX7 and Ricoh GR Digital IV side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic LX7 has external dimensions of 111 x 68 x 46 mm (4.37 x 2.68 x 1.81″) and weighs 298 g (0.66 lb / 10.51 oz) (including batteries). Ricoh GR Digital IV has external dimensions of 109 x 59 x 33 mm (4.29 x 2.32 x 1.3″) and weighs 190 g (0.42 lb / 6.70 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic LX7 and the Ricoh GR Digital IV. Ricoh GR Digital IV is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 2mm narrower, 9mm shorter and 13mm thinner than Panasonic LX7.
Comparison image of the Panasonic LX7 and the Ricoh GR Digital IV Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic LX7 and Ricoh GR Digital IV.
Comparison image of the Panasonic LX7 and the Ricoh GR Digital IV Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic LX7 and Ricoh GR Digital IV.
Top View Comparison image of the Panasonic LX7 and the Ricoh GR Digital IV Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Ricoh GR Digital IV is significantly lighter (108g ) than the Panasonic LX7 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 nor Ricoh GR Digital IV 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
LCD Screen Size and Features
Panasonic LX7 and Ricoh GR Digital IV'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.
