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 Ricoh G900 and Canon ELPH 190 IS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Ricoh G900 has external dimensions of 118 x 66 x 33 mm (4.65 x 2.6 x 1.3″) and weighs 247 g (0.54 lb / 8.71 oz) (including batteries). Canon ELPH 190 IS has external dimensions of 95 x 57 x 24 mm (3.74 x 2.24 x 0.94″) and weighs 138 g (0.30 lb / 4.87 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Ricoh G900 and the Canon ELPH 190 IS. Canon ELPH 190 IS is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 23mm narrower, 9mm shorter and 9mm thinner than Ricoh G900.
Comparison image of the Ricoh G900 and the Canon ELPH 190 IS Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of the Ricoh G900 and Canon ELPH 190 IS.
Comparison image of the Ricoh G900 and the Canon ELPH 190 IS Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Ricoh G900 and Canon ELPH 190 IS.
Top View Comparison image of the Ricoh G900 and the Canon ELPH 190 IS Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon ELPH 190 IS is significantly lighter (109g ) than the Ricoh G900 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the G900, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the 190 IS.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Ricoh G900's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Canon ELPH 190 IS's 2.7 screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.