Size and weight is a big decision factor when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, We are going to illustrate Ricoh G900 and Nikon L840 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). Nikon L840 has external dimensions of 114 x 89 x 96 mm (4.49 x 3.5 x 3.78″) and weighs 538 g (1.19 lb / 18.98 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Ricoh G900 and Nikon L840. Ricoh G900 is 23mm shorter and 63mm thinner than Nikon L840 but it is also 4mm wider.
Comparison image of Ricoh G900 and Nikon L840 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of Ricoh G900 and Nikon L840.
Comparison image of Ricoh G900 and Nikon L840 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Ricoh G900 and Nikon L840.
Top View Comparison image of Ricoh G900 and Nikon L840 Size
Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Ricoh G900 is significantly lighter (291g ) than the Nikon L840 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather sealed body of G900, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to L840.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Ricoh G900 and Nikon L840's LCD screens has the same diagonal size of 3.00".
On the other hand, Nikon L840 features a
Tilting screen where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over the head levels whereas the Ricoh G900 has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to L840.