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 ZS7 and Ricoh CX6 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic ZS7 has external dimensions of 103 x 60 x 33 mm (4.06 x 2.36 x 1.3″) and weighs 218 g (0.48 lb / 7.69 oz) (including batteries). Ricoh CX6 has external dimensions of 104 x 59 x 29 mm (4.09 x 2.32 x 1.14″) and weighs 201 g (0.44 lb / 7.09 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic ZS7 and the Ricoh CX6. Ricoh CX6 is 1mm shorter and 4mm thinner than Panasonic ZS7 but it is also 1mm wider.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic ZS7 and Ricoh CX6.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic ZS7 and Ricoh CX6.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Ricoh CX6 is 17g lighter than the Panasonic ZS7 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 (Lumix DMC-TZ10) nor Ricoh CX6 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 ZS7 and Ricoh CX6'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.