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 PX and Olympus TG-5 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Ricoh PX has external dimensions of 100 x 55 x 21 mm (3.94 x 2.17 x 0.83″) and weighs 156 g (0.34 lb / 5.50 oz) (including batteries). Olympus TG-5 has external dimensions of 113 x 66 x 32 mm (4.45 x 2.6 x 1.26″) and weighs 250 g (0.55 lb / 8.82 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Ricoh PX and the Olympus TG-5. Ricoh PX is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 13mm narrower, 11mm shorter and 11mm thinner than Olympus TG-5.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Ricoh PX and Olympus TG-5.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Ricoh PX and Olympus TG-5.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Ricoh PX is significantly lighter (94g ) than the Olympus TG-5 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
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LCD Screen Size and Features
Olympus TG-5's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Ricoh PX's 2.7" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.