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 Panasonic FZ2500 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). Panasonic FZ2500 has external dimensions of 138 x 102 x 135 mm (5.42 x 4.01 x 5.3″) and weighs 915 g (2.02 lb / 32.28 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Ricoh G900 and Panasonic FZ2500. Ricoh G900 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 20mm narrower, 36mm shorter and 102mm thinner than Panasonic FZ2500.
Comparison image of Ricoh G900 and Panasonic FZ2500 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of Ricoh G900 and Panasonic FZ2500.
Comparison image of Ricoh G900 and Panasonic FZ2500 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Ricoh G900 and Panasonic FZ2500.
Top View Comparison image of Ricoh G900 and Panasonic FZ2500 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 (668g ) than the Panasonic FZ2500 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 FZ2500.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Ricoh G900 and Panasonic FZ2500's LCD screens has the same diagonal size of 3.00".
On the other hand, Panasonic FZ2500 sports a
Fully Articulated screen which you can change the angle and position of the screen almost freely, making it possible to shoot from waist or over the head levels, and especially very useful for shooting selfies and video. Ricoh G900's LCD screen is a fixed type which provides almost no flexibility in shooting positions compared to FZ2500.