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 Pentax WG-10 and Ricoh WG-5 GPS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Pentax WG-10 has external dimensions of and weighs 167 g (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 Pentax WG-10 and the Ricoh WG-5 GPS. Pentax WG-10 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 9mm narrower, 6mm shorter and 3mm thinner than Ricoh WG-5 GPS.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Pentax WG-10 and Ricoh WG-5 GPS.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Pentax WG-10 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.
Pentax WG-10 is significantly lighter (69g ) than the Ricoh WG-5 GPS which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Ricoh WG-5 GPS's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Pentax WG-10's 2.7" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.