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-30W and Panasonic LS5 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Ricoh WG-30W has external dimensions of 123 x 62 x 30 mm (4.84 x 2.44 x 1.18″) and weighs 194 g (0.43 lb / 6.84 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic LS5 has external dimensions of 97 x 62 x 27 mm (3.82 x 2.44 x 1.06″) and weighs 126 g (0.28 lb / 4.44 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Ricoh WG-30W and the Panasonic LS5. Ricoh WG-30W has the same height with Panasonic LS5. On the other hand, with a width of 123mm, it is 26 wider and also with a thickness of 30mm, it is 3mm thicker than Panasonic LS5.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Ricoh WG-30W and Panasonic LS5.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Ricoh WG-30W and Panasonic LS5.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic LS5 is significantly lighter (68g ) than the Ricoh WG-30W which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the WG-30W, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the LS5.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Ricoh WG-30W and Panasonic LS5's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 2.70 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.