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 TS2 and Ricoh WG-5 GPS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic TS2 has external dimensions of 99 x 63 x 24 mm (3.9 x 2.48 x 0.94″) and weighs 188 g (0.41 lb / 6.63 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 TS2 and the Ricoh WG-5 GPS. Panasonic TS2 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 26mm narrower, 2mm shorter and 8mm thinner than Ricoh WG-5 GPS.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic TS2 and Ricoh WG-5 GPS.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic TS2 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 TS2 is significantly lighter (48g ) than the Ricoh WG-5 GPS which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
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LCD Screen Size and Features
Ricoh WG-5 GPS's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Panasonic TS2's 2.7" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.