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 WG-20 and Pentax WG-3 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Ricoh WG-20 has external dimensions of 114 x 58 x 28 mm (4.49 x 2.28 x 1.1″) and weighs 164 g (0.36 lb / 5.78 oz) (including batteries). Pentax WG-3 has external dimensions of 124 x 64 x 33 mm (4.9 x 2.5 x 1.3″) and weighs 230 g (0.51 lb / 8.11 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Ricoh WG-20 and the Pentax WG-3. Ricoh WG-20 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 10mm narrower, 6mm shorter and 5mm thinner than Pentax WG-3.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Ricoh WG-20 and Pentax WG-3.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Ricoh WG-20 and Pentax WG-3.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Ricoh WG-20 is significantly lighter (66g ) than the Pentax WG-3 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
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LCD Screen Size and Features
Pentax WG-3's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Ricoh WG-20's 2.7 screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.