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 LZ20 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 LZ20 has external dimensions of 120 x 76 x 80 mm (4.72 x 2.99 x 3.15″) and weighs 499 g (1.10 lb / 17.60 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Ricoh G900 and Panasonic LZ20. Ricoh G900 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 2mm narrower, 10mm shorter and 47mm thinner than Panasonic LZ20.
Comparison image of Ricoh G900 and Panasonic LZ20 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of Ricoh G900 and Panasonic LZ20.
Comparison image of Ricoh G900 and Panasonic LZ20 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Ricoh G900 and Panasonic LZ20.
Top View Comparison image of Ricoh G900 and Panasonic LZ20 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 (252g ) than the Panasonic LZ20 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 LZ20.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Ricoh G900 and Panasonic LZ20's LCD screens has the same diagonal size of 3.00".
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.